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W159 HJW

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Red Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

103,806 mi
Last recorded103,806 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2014
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW159 HJW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2014 103,806 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 98,086 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 95,941 miles

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

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

rear brake disc's pitted

Pass 3 Jun 2011 90,625 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 90,625 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 85,546 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 85,546 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 29 May 2009 74,994 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2008 63,295 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 57,005 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 52,889 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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W159 HJW is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W159 HJW, 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 W159 HJW registered?

W159 HJW is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 March 2000.

Is W159 HJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W159 HJW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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