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ELZ 7362

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,498 mi
Last recorded151,498 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELZ 7362
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Feb 2017 151,498 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam both rear (2.5.A.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 140,742 miles

offside and nearside rear coil springs surface corroded

slight play in nearside front steering rack end

Pass 25 Feb 2015 128,228 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 118,686 miles

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

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

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 108,601 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 102,063 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge outside centre 3/4 [205/55/16v]

slight bind on o/s/r wheel

unable to check brake pipe condition properly due to protective coating

unable to check parts of vehicle properly due to covers

Pass 16 Nov 2010 96,623 miles

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

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

brake fluid close to minimum limit

n/s/f inner brake pad wearing thin?

o/s/f suspension arm rear bush starting to split

unable to check parts of vehicle due to covers

Pass 16 Oct 2009 89,368 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 80,922 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 72,187 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 63,328 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 7362 is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 7362, 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 ELZ 7362 registered?

ELZ 7362 is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is ELZ 7362 safe to buy?

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