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X757 PCX

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

175,627 mi
Last recorded175,627 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2013
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX757 PCX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2013 175,627 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 157,227 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 157,227 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 150,767 miles

Exhauxt back-box bracket corroded

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear discs pitted

Pass 14 Sep 2010 142,925 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 135,134 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 135,134 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 12 Sep 2008 126,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 126,905 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 118,183 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 109,817 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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X757 PCX is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 X757 PCX, 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 X757 PCX registered?

X757 PCX is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X757 PCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X757 PCX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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