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W153 KUD

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

87,991 mi
Last recorded87,991 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2008
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW153 KUD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2008 87,991 miles

power steering pipe corroded

rear noplate water marked

replace exhaust cat

Fail 3 Sep 2008 87,991 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

power steering pipe corroded

rear noplate water marked

replace exhaust cat

Fail 29 Aug 2008 87,945 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)

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 77,261 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2007 77,240 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)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

ADVISE REAR O/S SEAT BELT LOCK PLASTIC COVER INSECURE

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

Fail 25 Aug 2007 77,125 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 64,162 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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W153 KUD is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 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 W153 KUD, 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 W153 KUD registered?

W153 KUD is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W153 KUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W153 KUD shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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