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X987 HLB

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

93,278 mi
Last recorded93,278 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX987 HLB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 93,278 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 30 Aug 2016 93,276 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 88,669 miles

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

Rear Inner brake pads wearing thin

Pass 8 Aug 2014 83,235 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 75,991 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 74,298 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2011 70,000 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 65,298 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 60,829 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 60,828 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 56,948 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 50,951 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 46,573 miles

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

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

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

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

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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X987 HLB is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 X987 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 X987 HLB registered?

X987 HLB is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 19 September 2000.

Is X987 HLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X987 HLB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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