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T540 YHO

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

102,107 mi
Last recorded102,107 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2020
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT540 YHO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2020 102,107 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 102,028 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 101,738 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 101,098 miles

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

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

tyre on 2-3mil

Fail 9 Aug 2017 101,098 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

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

tyre on 2-3mil

Pass 11 Aug 2016 100,351 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2016 100,351 miles

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 99,736 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 98,764 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 97,075 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 95,197 miles

wiper rubbers deteriorating

Pass 20 Jun 2011 93,954 miles

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

slight leak from gear/box area

Pass 10 Jun 2010 90,031 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 83,215 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 75,756 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both headlamp adjusters will need attention by next mot

Pass 25 Jul 2007 69,817 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 64,344 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 57,439 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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T540 YHO is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 T540 YHO, 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 T540 YHO registered?

T540 YHO is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 5 August 1999.

Is T540 YHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for T540 YHO shows 18 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.

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