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W129 SRE

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,570 mi
Last recorded122,570 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW129 SRE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 122,570 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 114,538 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 106,478 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 98,706 miles

fuel tank straps corroded

headlamps deteriorated

possible coolant leak from radiator?

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 13 Mar 2013 93,634 miles

both front and rear (lower) p.a.s flexi-hoses damp

Fail 12 Mar 2013 93,632 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

both front and rear (lower) p.a.s flexi-hoses damp

Pass 5 Mar 2012 90,178 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 87,902 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 86,166 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 83,620 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 80,743 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 77,184 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 77,144 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 72,878 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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W129 SRE is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 W129 SRE, 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.

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What year was W129 SRE registered?

W129 SRE is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W129 SRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W129 SRE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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