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XBZ 2393

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

66,292 mi
Last recorded66,292 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2009
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBZ 2393
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2009 66,292 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 66,292 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 58,056 miles

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

both front anti-roll bar bushes worn

front brake pads wearing low. front brake discs corroding

movement at both front steering rack ends

powersteering hose weeping

slight movement at nearside front hub

Fail 26 Nov 2008 58,056 miles

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

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

both front anti-roll bar bushes worn

both rear brake discs corroded

front brake pads wearing low. front brake discs corroding

movement at both front steering rack ends

powersteering hose weeping

slight movement at nearside front hub

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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XBZ 2393 is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 100,227 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XBZ 2393, 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 27 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 XBZ 2393 registered?

XBZ 2393 is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 December 1999.

Is XBZ 2393 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBZ 2393 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XBZ 2393 have outstanding finance?

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