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W194 NYJ

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

296,751 mi
Last recorded296,751 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2020
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW194 NYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2020 296,751 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 289,395 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 286,228 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 282,746 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

just passed parking brake efficiency

Pass 14 Nov 2015 277,655 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 271,551 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 265,338 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 259,322 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 255,069 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 255,067 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 235,631 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 214,278 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 186,902 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Mar 2009 186,868 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 165,501 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 141,470 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2007 141,470 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 121,213 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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W194 NYJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W194 NYJ, 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 W194 NYJ registered?

W194 NYJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W194 NYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W194 NYJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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