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X997 RFR

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

84,373 mi
Last recorded84,373 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX997 RFR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 84,373 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 106,374 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 96,735 miles

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 88,661 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 80,180 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 80,180 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 69,664 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 69,664 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2010 59,569 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 46,838 miles

Both rear axle bushs starting to split

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

Fail 17 Aug 2009 46,770 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Both rear axle bushs starting to split

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 35,942 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 27,485 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 22,993 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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X997 RFR is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X997 RFR, 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 X997 RFR registered?

X997 RFR is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 October 2000.

Is X997 RFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X997 RFR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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