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XIL 2622

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

109,272 mi
Last recorded109,272 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2016
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIL 2622
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2016 109,272 miles

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

Nearside Wing Mirror, missing

Offside Front Driveshaft inner gaiter, deteriorated

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

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

Pass 8 May 2015 97,422 miles

both rear axle bushes deteriorated stong advise

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

play in o/s inner steering arm

Fail 1 May 2014 87,906 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

slight play in o/s/f inner steering arm

Pass 1 May 2014 87,906 miles

o/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

slight play in o/s/f inner steering arm

Pass 8 May 2013 79,242 miles

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

handbrakelever makes cracking noise.

Fail 3 May 2013 79,242 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

handbrakelever makes cracking noise.

Pass 23 May 2012 78,216 miles

centre exhaust hanger deteriorated

Fail 22 May 2012 78,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

centre exhaust hanger deteriorated

Pass 11 Jun 2011 75,838 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 73,593 miles

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

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

water leak from engine this require further investigation

Pass 14 Jul 2009 70,073 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 69,909 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 63,209 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 61,593 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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XIL 2622 is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 XIL 2622, 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 XIL 2622 registered?

XIL 2622 is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 23 April 1999.

Is XIL 2622 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XIL 2622 shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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