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V68 DUF

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

177,234 mi
Last recorded177,234 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2015
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV68 DUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2015 177,234 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 177,224 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released is dimley lit all the time (1.2.1e)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust has a hole cut into it (7.1.2)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition exhaust has had a hole cut into it (7.1.4)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red lamp is very dull (1.3.2e)

Nearside Front pad warning wire adrift

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit starting to perrish (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre worn close to legal limit

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit starting to perrish (4.1.E.1)

engine management lamp illuminiated

pad warning light illuminated on dash

Pass 10 Sep 2014 167,290 miles

both front rear wishbone bushes split

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge and close to limits

o/s/r hand brake cable middle hanging bracket missing

Pass 23 Sep 2013 164,759 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 113,223 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 161,502 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 158,637 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 153,969 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 153,968 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 147,950 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 147,950 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 142,920 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 142,920 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

os/ns rear axle bushes worn

Pass 13 Sep 2007 139,701 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 135,983 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)

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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V68 DUF is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V68 DUF, 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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What year was V68 DUF registered?

V68 DUF is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 September 1999.

Is V68 DUF safe to buy?

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