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X947 HLB

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

228,517 mi
Last recorded228,517 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2013
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX947 HLB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2013 228,517 miles

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

slight play in n/s/f inner track rod

Pass 10 Feb 2012 203,148 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

air bag light on

slight play in o/s/f steering rack end

Fail 10 Feb 2012 203,142 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

air bag light on

slight play in o/s/f steering rack end

Pass 15 Feb 2011 180,379 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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 11 Feb 2010 162,265 miles

slight play in off side front rack end

Pass 16 Feb 2009 139,734 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2009 139,727 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 119,899 miles

near side outer cv boot poor

Pass 11 May 2007 118,381 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 112,806 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Sep 2005 87,976 miles

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

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

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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X947 HLB is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X947 HLB, 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 X947 HLB registered?

X947 HLB is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 25 September 2000.

Is X947 HLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X947 HLB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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