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X754 JAR

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

79,302 mi
Last recorded79,302 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2012
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX754 JAR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2012 79,302 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 6 Mar 2012 79,302 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 2 Mar 2011 75,392 miles

Boot unable to open, but access through rear seat into boot

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Mar 2010 72,045 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 72,045 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 67,516 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 62,490 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

engine maximum revs. seem to be excessive. recommend checking by VW agency

Pass 9 Mar 2007 59,144 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 59,144 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2006 55,946 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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X754 JAR is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 X754 JAR, 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 X754 JAR registered?

X754 JAR is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 4 December 2000.

Is X754 JAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X754 JAR shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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