CarVerify

Free Car Check

J654 EAG

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Red Petrol 1595cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

112,108 mi
Last recorded112,108 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ654 EAG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 112,108 miles

N/S/R Brake pipe to flexy covered in grease

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perished (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2016 112,101 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting loose Bolt missing (2.4.C.3a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perished (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 107,836 miles

Offside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

minor marks in screen!

Fail 1 Jul 2013 107,836 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

minor marks in screen!

Pass 5 Jul 2012 102,493 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

centre upper stoplamp not working!

Pass 4 Jul 2011 98,178 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 92,677 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 92,677 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 75,696 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 75,696 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 57,899 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 45,445 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 33,324 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
Full Volkswagen Bora reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J654 EAG is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 J654 EAG, 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 J654 EAG?

You can check the full history of J654 EAG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J654 EAG registered?

J654 EAG is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is J654 EAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J654 EAG shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J654 EAG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J654 EAG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.