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T388 SSF

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,156 mi
Last recorded115,156 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT388 SSF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 115,156 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Nov 2017 115,155 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported section bracket missing (7.1.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush bolt missing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 106,351 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 95,819 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

temp repair on rear exhaust bracket

Fail 17 Jul 2015 95,322 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

temp repair on rear exhaust bracket

Pass 25 Jul 2014 76,873 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 76,132 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

nearside front steering arm has slight play

Pass 3 Jul 2013 59,739 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Jul 2013 59,736 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 56,502 miles

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 24 Jul 2012 56,502 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2011 53,439 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 50,110 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 50,110 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 42,856 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 36,702 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 30,306 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 24,858 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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T388 SSF is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T388 SSF, 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.

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What year was T388 SSF registered?

T388 SSF is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 July 1999.

Is T388 SSF safe to buy?

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