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T858 AWV

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

116,655 mi
Last recorded116,655 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT858 AWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 116,655 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 116,647 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Dec 2024 116,647 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 113,773 miles

ABS pump & calipers damp

slight travel on footbrake

Fail 24 Feb 2021 113,771 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

ABS pump & calipers damp

Pass 26 Feb 2020 105,215 miles

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSR 3mm, NSR 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Valve stem slightly damaged both front (5.2.3 (j))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 96,840 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 91,158 miles

Both rear tyres cracked and perished

Engine oil leak

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside rear tyre feathered on inner edge

Fail 8 Feb 2018 91,157 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)

Engine oil leak

Both rear tyres cracked and perished

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside rear tyre feathered on inner edge

Pass 2 Mar 2017 85,852 miles

engine cover fitted

Fail 2 Mar 2017 85,848 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

engine cover fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2016 80,474 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2015 74,901 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 73,881 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 70,558 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 64,596 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 64,596 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 61,930 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 56,735 miles

Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 56,245 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 52,970 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 52,970 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 51,109 miles

Both front discs corroded on inner faces

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 48,623 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 10 Apr 2007 48,623 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 44,345 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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T858 AWV is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 T858 AWV, 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 T858 AWV registered?

T858 AWV is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 July 1999.

Is T858 AWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T858 AWV shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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