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W238 XGS

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

66,051 mi
Last recorded66,051 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW238 XGS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 66,051 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 66,044 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

offside rear brake pad anti rattle spring incorrectly fitted

Pass 8 May 2018 62,860 miles

nearside rear tyre wall cracking

offside rear tyre wall cracking

Pass 11 May 2017 60,113 miles

all tyre walls cracking.

Pass 12 May 2016 57,668 miles

Both Rear Tyre Walls Cracking.

Pass 12 May 2015 54,976 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear tyre wall cracking

offside rear tyre wall cracking

Pass 9 May 2014 52,362 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside rear outer tyre wall cracking.

offside rear outer tyre wall cracking.

Pass 10 May 2013 49,447 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 May 2012 46,736 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 43,845 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 May 2010 40,987 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 37,939 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 34,830 miles

offside and nearside rear tyre walls perished.

Pass 11 May 2007 31,611 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 27,524 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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W238 XGS is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 W238 XGS, 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 W238 XGS registered?

W238 XGS is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W238 XGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W238 XGS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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