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V681 SJO

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,247 mi
Last recorded161,247 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV681 SJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 161,247 miles

o/s/r brake calliper partially seized

Fail 12 Aug 2019 161,245 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

o/s/r brake calliper partially seized

Pass 7 Aug 2018 152,055 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 142,851 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2017 142,851 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 133,112 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2015 122,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 122,348 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 114,148 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 107,277 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

offside rear tyre worn uneven

Pass 3 Jul 2013 107,277 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

offside rear tyre worn uneven

Pass 4 Jul 2012 100,907 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 93,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 87,170 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Jul 2010 87,170 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 80,429 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 74,469 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 68,268 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 61,822 miles

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)

Pass 14 Jul 2005 55,339 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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V681 SJO is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 101,729 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 V681 SJO, 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 26 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 V681 SJO registered?

V681 SJO is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 14 February 2000.

Is V681 SJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V681 SJO shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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