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T397 GUD

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

90,137 mi
Last recorded90,137 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2019
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT397 GUD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2019 90,137 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2019 90,137 miles

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 84,288 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 75,374 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 75,374 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 68,281 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 65,631 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 63,074 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 59,675 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 55,606 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 51,805 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 50,075 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 42,757 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 37,412 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 32,490 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 29,085 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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T397 GUD is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 T397 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

How do I check the history of T397 GUD?

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What year was T397 GUD registered?

T397 GUD is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 4 August 1999.

Is T397 GUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T397 GUD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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