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V647 DNG

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

125,052 mi
Last recorded125,052 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2008
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV647 DNG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2008 125,052 miles

Front Brake discs corroded and worn

failed bets test and full cat test, added injector cleaner and retried bets test with satisfaction thais time

Pass 15 Oct 2007 118,433 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 118,433 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 111,810 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Oct 2006 111,562 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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V647 DNG is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 V647 DNG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V647 DNG registered?

V647 DNG is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 21 September 1999.

Is V647 DNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V647 DNG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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