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X942 GBF

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,065 mi
Last recorded41,065 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX942 GBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 41,065 miles

brake pipes greased

under body corrosion

Pass 21 Aug 2017 40,062 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 35,663 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 30,823 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 30,822 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 22,559 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 27 Oct 2012 154,031 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 141,633 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 123,887 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 94,300 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 77,740 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2008 77,740 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 69,294 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 69,294 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 61,404 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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X942 GBF is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 X942 GBF, 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 X942 GBF registered?

X942 GBF is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X942 GBF safe to buy?

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