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X865 RCC

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

81,202 mi
Last recorded81,202 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX865 RCC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 81,202 miles

Nearside play in steering arm co axle inner ball joint

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 71,250 miles

foel tank retaining straps corroding

near side steering rack ball joint has movement

Pass 8 Oct 2013 68,781 miles

corrosion starting on fuel tank retaining straps

slight movement in near side steering rack ball joint

Fail 7 Oct 2013 68,743 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

corrosion starting on fuel tank retaining straps

slight movement in near side steering rack ball joint

Pass 6 Oct 2012 54,146 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 7 Oct 2011 42,965 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 42,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 38,292 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 33,047 miles

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 18 Nov 2008 27,517 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 24,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 24,832 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 20,847 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 17,587 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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X865 RCC is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X865 RCC, 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 X865 RCC registered?

X865 RCC is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 8 December 2000.

Is X865 RCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X865 RCC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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