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T593 GUD

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

147,803 mi
Last recorded147,803 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2012
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT593 GUD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2012 147,803 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 7 May 2011 134,958 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 5 May 2010 124,150 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 118,008 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 109,433 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 99,012 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 99,012 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 93,450 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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T593 GUD is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 T593 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

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What year was T593 GUD registered?

T593 GUD is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 18 August 1999.

Is T593 GUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T593 GUD shows 8 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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