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T580 SHJ

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

97,321 mi
Last recorded97,321 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT580 SHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 97,321 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 96,738 miles

Windscreen wipers have a slow operation, although clearing the screen effectively

Pass 7 Jul 2022 95,861 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 93,906 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 92,388 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 88,049 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 88,049 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 87,225 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 85,514 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 83,921 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 82,255 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 79,281 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 75,847 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 71,751 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 67,863 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 64,524 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 62,343 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 58,317 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 54,242 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 51,811 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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T580 SHJ is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 T580 SHJ, 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 T580 SHJ registered?

T580 SHJ is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is T580 SHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T580 SHJ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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