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X868 SDN

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

176,911 mi
Last recorded176,911 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX868 SDN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 176,911 miles

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

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

Central Front under covers fitted

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine cover fitted

Fail 14 Aug 2017 176,911 miles

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

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

Central Front under covers fitted

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine cover fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2016 168,916 miles

Nearside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded

front exhaust cat slight blow

play in steering rack N/S

Fail 19 Aug 2016 168,916 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded

front exhaust cat slight blow

play in steering rack N/S

Pass 10 Aug 2015 160,665 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 160,664 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 154,390 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2013 145,884 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 140,284 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2012 140,289 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 134,516 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2011 134,154 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 127,378 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 119,488 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 112,186 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 102,972 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 91,167 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 80,844 miles

Wear and corrosion to front brake discs and pads.

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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X868 SDN is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 X868 SDN, 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 X868 SDN registered?

X868 SDN is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 11 October 2000.

Is X868 SDN safe to buy?

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