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X994 BHR

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,332 mi
Last recorded166,332 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX994 BHR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 166,332 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 166,332 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 158,026 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

rear lights darkened out but still showing 50% light

Pass 25 Mar 2014 149,266 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.2.1d)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.3.2d)

Offside Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.2.1d)

windscreen visor fitted

Fail 25 Mar 2014 149,266 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.2.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.3.2d)

Offside Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.2.1d)

windscreen visor fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2013 140,500 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 140,365 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

all brake discs corroded car has been sat up but meet efficenty

n/s/f door mirror has a crak in it not affecting view to rear

Fail 8 Jun 2010 140,365 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

all brake discs corroded car has been sat up but meet efficenty

n/s/f door mirror has a crak in it not affecting view to rear

Pass 9 Sep 2008 139,106 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 132,072 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2006 124,950 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 118,125 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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X994 BHR is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X994 BHR, 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.

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What year was X994 BHR registered?

X994 BHR is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 5 September 2000.

Is X994 BHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X994 BHR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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