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W924 XGO

1996 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

74,790 mi
Last recorded74,790 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW924 XGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2013 74,790 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front number plate cracked

nearside inner c.v gaiter weeping

nearside stop light dim

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2012 70,125 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 67,396 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 65,346 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 61,237 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 57,807 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 54,664 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 48,465 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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W924 XGO is a 1996 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W924 XGO, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of W924 XGO?

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What year was W924 XGO registered?

W924 XGO is a 1996 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is W924 XGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W924 XGO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W924 XGO have outstanding finance?

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