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K17 KER

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Green Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,773 mi
Last recorded112,773 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2013
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK17 KER
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2013 112,773 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

centre exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2012 89,417 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 79,456 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 5 Jul 2010 75,231 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 62,960 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 47,993 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 47,993 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 20 Jun 2007 39,208 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 39,208 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 33,025 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges and getting low on tread

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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K17 KER is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K17 KER, 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 K17 KER registered?

K17 KER is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 June 1999.

Is K17 KER safe to buy?

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