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V635 UWL

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2019
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

242,898 mi
Last recorded242,898 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV635 UWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 7 Nov 2019 242,898 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding unable to check wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding unable to check wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

centre exhaust clip bolts corroded and loose but system still secure

clutch pedal intermittently sticks half way down

Pass 28 Aug 2018 233,878 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 233,878 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 228,740 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 220,942 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 220,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 212,646 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 204,254 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 195,654 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 188,771 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 188,771 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 181,652 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 Aug 2010 175,572 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 175,572 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 169,617 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 163,708 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 163,708 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 56,162 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 146,353 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 146,353 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 123,916 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 101,717 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bora?

Based on 807,643 MOT tests across 55,862 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
7,371
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
55,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32,842
position lamp(s) not working 23,390
Stop lamp not working 16,637
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,104
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,096
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V635 UWL is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 100,227 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bora fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 32,842 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V635 UWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bora typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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V635 UWL is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 1999.

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