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W216 EAG

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,502 mi
Last recorded123,502 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2013
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW216 EAG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2013 123,502 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 123,444 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 120,464 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 120,464 miles

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both headlight patterns just okay

centre exhaust mounting bracket broken off

Pass 23 Jun 2010 115,192 miles

centre exhaust mounting is broken but still supports the exhaust

headlight patterns getting weak

rear tyres perishing on tread

Fail 22 Jun 2010 115,192 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

centre exhaust mounting is broken but still supports the exhaust

discs slight corroding on edges and rears getting thin

headlight patterns getting weak

rear tyres perishing on tread

Pass 19 Mar 2009 111,229 miles

centre exhaust mounting breaking but still supports exhaust

offside brake pipe is rusty at rear

offside front top strut bearing slight stiff in opperation

rear tyres perishing on tread

Fail 18 Mar 2009 111,229 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

centre exhaust mounting breaking but still supports exhaust

offside front top strut bearing slight stiff in opperation

rear tyres perishing on tread

Pass 23 Jan 2008 107,086 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 102,787 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 102,787 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Pass 9 Dec 2005 95,614 miles

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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W216 EAG is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 W216 EAG, 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 W216 EAG registered?

W216 EAG is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 May 2000.

Is W216 EAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W216 EAG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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