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Y891 KFG

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY891 KFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2008
Fail 29 May 2007 57,425 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2007 57,425 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 42,868 miles
Fail 31 May 2005 30,715 miles

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Pass 31 May 2005 30,715 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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Y891 KFG is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 99,879 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 Y891 KFG, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y891 KFG?

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What year was Y891 KFG registered?

Y891 KFG is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 5 June 2001.

Is Y891 KFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y891 KFG shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y891 KFG have outstanding finance?

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