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V687 UWL

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

130,395 mi
Last recorded130,395 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2015
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV687 UWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2015 130,395 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 Feb 2015 130,381 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2014 121,185 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

pattern poor on dip beams

Pass 25 Jan 2013 114,032 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 114,032 miles

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

exhaust loose to centre mtg

Pass 19 Jan 2011 111,016 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 100,575 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 90,451 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 83,895 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 74,677 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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V687 UWL is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 V687 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V687 UWL registered?

V687 UWL is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V687 UWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V687 UWL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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