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T298 GUD

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

105,604 mi
Last recorded105,604 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2018
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT298 GUD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2018 105,604 miles

Central exhaust clamp corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front top strut mount slight worn

Offside Front top strut mount slight worn

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 91,306 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 81,300 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 78,462 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 75,753 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 75,753 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 72,412 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 69,562 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 69,562 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 64,678 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 64,678 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 60,292 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 55,683 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 55,683 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 50,374 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 45,647 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 45,647 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 41,315 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 35,636 miles

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

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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T298 GUD is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 T298 GUD, 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 T298 GUD registered?

T298 GUD is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 4 August 1999.

Is T298 GUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T298 GUD shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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