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GCZ 9702

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,343 mi
Last recorded86,343 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2011
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCZ 9702
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2011 86,343 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 81,192 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2009 75,396 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 75,377 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2008 68,034 miles

n/s/r axle main bush split+worn

Pass 11 Aug 2007 59,289 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 49,617 miles

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

front number plate cracked

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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GCZ 9702 is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GCZ 9702, 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 GCZ 9702?

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What year was GCZ 9702 registered?

GCZ 9702 is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 15 July 1999.

Is GCZ 9702 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCZ 9702 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GCZ 9702 have outstanding finance?

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