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X736 HFU

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

204,975 mi
Last recorded204,975 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2019
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX736 HFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2019 204,975 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 204,972 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

unable to open boot lid

Pass 8 Dec 2018 199,604 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front undertray missing

Fail 5 Dec 2018 199,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low adjuster missing (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front undertray missing

Pass 24 Nov 2017 192,675 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake pipes heavily greased - corrosion assessment impossible

Fail 22 Nov 2017 192,650 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake pipes heavily greased - corrosion assessment impossible

Pass 29 Nov 2016 186,482 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 180,394 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 180,394 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 171,096 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 159,121 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 150,562 miles

osr shock absorber shrowd loose

slight lift in both front shock aborbers top mountings

Pass 2 Dec 2011 137,309 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 128,593 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 128,593 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

both rear tyres 2mm-2.5mm

movement in osf strut top mounting

Pass 9 Jul 2009 115,154 miles

slight ovality nsf brake

Fail 11 Jul 2008 104,598 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

osf wishbone rear bush split

Pass 11 Jul 2008 104,598 miles

osf wishbone rear bush split

Pass 7 Jul 2007 96,607 miles

front tyres becoming low on edges

osf wishbone bush starting to split

Pass 7 Jul 2006 87,005 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 83,459 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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X736 HFU is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 X736 HFU, 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 X736 HFU registered?

X736 HFU is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 24 November 2000.

Is X736 HFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X736 HFU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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