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V691 SWL

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Red Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

138,984 mi
Last recorded138,984 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV691 SWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2021 138,984 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 138,978 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 137,034 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 137,027 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 135,280 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 132,632 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 129,303 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust poor and heat shields insecure

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 125,557 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 107,854 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 100,339 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 99,894 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 99,092 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 93,456 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 87,247 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 78,162 miles

slight play n/s/f streering rack

Pass 25 Feb 2008 68,013 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 58,257 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 47,608 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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V691 SWL is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V691 SWL, 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 V691 SWL registered?

V691 SWL is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is V691 SWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V691 SWL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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