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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T129 BLRMOT history

T129 BLR is a silver diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 156,229 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2024
Mileage
156,229 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T129 BLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T129 BLR was last recorded at 156,229 miles on 28 Feb 2023, 12,495 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,734 miles · 1 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
12,495 miles
Average per year
6,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,229 miles
  • 2022 – 143,734 miles
  • 2021 – 132,236 miles
  • 2020 – 119,651 miles
  • 2018 – 105,839 miles
  • 2017 – 91,496 miles
  • 2016 – 78,735 miles
  • 2015 – 74,230 miles
  • 2014 – 72,081 miles
  • 2013 – 67,863 miles
  • 2012 – 66,368 miles
  • 2011 – 64,695 miles
  • 2010 – 62,930 miles
  • 2009 – 61,357 miles
  • 2008 – 59,528 miles
  • 2007 – 44,689 miles
  • 2006 – 41,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,229 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBoth outer sills damaged

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,229 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    156,229 miles
    Test number
    483601002525
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills damaged

  2. Fail156,228 miles (+12,494)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,228 miles
    Test number
    160124813286
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills damaged

  3. Pass143,734 miles (+43)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    143,734 miles
    Test number
    682213555081
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail143,691 miles (+11,455)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,691 miles
    Test number
    804261709636
    • DangerousCentral Rear Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass132,236 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    132,236 miles
    Test number
    975352302033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail132,232 miles (+12,581)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,232 miles
    Test number
    915538968336
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side cable broken (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass119,651 miles (+13,812)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    119,651 miles
    Test number
    738113245305
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass105,839 miles (+14,343)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    105,839 miles
    Test number
    478248695119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,496 miles (+12,761)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    91,496 miles
    Test number
    261922872421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,735 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    78,735 miles
    Test number
    191608856679
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

  11. Fail78,735 miles (+4,505)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,735 miles
    Test number
    369803515321
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

  12. Pass74,230 miles (+2,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    74,230 miles
    Test number
    246709618670
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre has weather cracks

  13. Pass72,081 miles (+4,218)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    72,081 miles
    Test number
    485711114392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,863 miles (+1,495)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    67,863 miles
    Test number
    289085923309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    66,368 miles
    Test number
    776290802351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail66,368 miles (+1,673)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,368 miles
    Test number
    449050002462
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass64,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    64,695 miles
    Test number
    159765301306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,695 miles (+1,765)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,695 miles
    Test number
    696975101316
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass62,930 miles (+1,573)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    62,930 miles
    Test number
    431902110388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,357 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    61,357 miles
    Test number
    822598709332
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail61,357 miles (+1,829)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,357 miles
    Test number
    580567209361
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass59,528 miles (+12,807)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    59,528 miles
    Test number
    532669898271
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres on legal limit. advise both front tyres on 2mm.

  23. Pass46,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    46,721 miles
    Test number
    534715338029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,717 miles (+2,028)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,717 miles
    Test number
    791045038043
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass44,689 miles (+2,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    44,689 miles
    Test number
    314996437024
    • AdvisoryNearside Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

  26. Pass41,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    41,693 miles
    Test number
    604174636047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T129 BLR

Does T129 BLR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T129 BLR expired on 28 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T129 BLR?
The MOT on T129 BLR expired on 28 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T129 BLR done?
T129 BLR was recorded at 156,229 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2023, an average of 6,711 miles a year.
Has T129 BLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T129 BLR has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T129 BLR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T129 BLR find?
T129 BLR passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2023 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: offside rear brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main, and 6 more.

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