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X981 JDV

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

62,609 mi
Last recorded62,609 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2024
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX981 JDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2024 62,609 miles

all brake discs in poor condition

headlamps in poor condition

slight movement in o/s inner rack joint

Pass 10 Oct 2023 60,779 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

headlamps in poor condition

Pass 10 Oct 2022 58,673 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 57,216 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 55,967 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 54,381 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front to centre join (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 52,248 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 49,368 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 47,255 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 40,222 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 40,222 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 34,371 miles

OSR tyre lumpy tread

Pass 16 Oct 2013 33,834 miles

O/S rear tyre lumpy tread

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 16 Oct 2013 33,834 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

O/S rear tyre lumpy tread

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 33,446 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 32,849 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 32,845 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 31,937 miles

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

both rear brakes binding

handbrake stiff in opperation

Pass 13 Oct 2009 30,381 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 28,116 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 25,281 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 21,547 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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X981 JDV is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 X981 JDV, 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 X981 JDV registered?

X981 JDV is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 October 2000.

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The MOT history for X981 JDV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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