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ELZ 5984

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Yellow Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2024
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

198,940 mi
Last recorded198,940 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2023
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELZ 5984
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Dec 2023 198,940 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 188,459 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 178,233 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 167,193 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 158,643 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 147,964 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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ELZ 5984 is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Yellow with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ELZ 5984, 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

How do I check the history of ELZ 5984?

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What year was ELZ 5984 registered?

ELZ 5984 is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 10 August 1999.

Is ELZ 5984 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELZ 5984 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ELZ 5984 have outstanding finance?

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