CarVerify

Free Car Check

T438 EDP

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Red Petrol 1595cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

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

Mileage

103,996 mi
Last recorded103,996 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2013
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationT438 EDP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2013 103,996 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 99,181 miles

Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 87,743 miles

Oil leak

Fail 20 Dec 2010 87,743 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 75,680 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 73,586 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake discs slightly deteriotated

Pass 6 Jun 2008 69,790 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 65,250 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 65,227 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 57,339 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
Full Volkswagen Bora reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

T438 EDP is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,595cc 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 T438 EDP, 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 T438 EDP?

You can check the full history of T438 EDP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was T438 EDP registered?

T438 EDP is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 5 July 1999.

Is T438 EDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T438 EDP shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T438 EDP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on T438 EDP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.