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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T226 UCGMOT history

T226 UCG is a silver diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 241,065 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2025
Mileage
241,065 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T226 UCG
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 6 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T226 UCG was last recorded at 241,065 miles on 1 Oct 2024, 7,449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
233,616 miles · 27 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
7,449 miles
Average per year
8,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 241,065 miles
  • 2023 – 233,616 miles
  • 2022 – 229,576 miles
  • 2021 – 224,066 miles
  • 2020 – 217,786 miles
  • 2019 – 210,006 miles
  • 2018 – 202,934 miles
  • 2017 – 195,191 miles
  • 2016 – 189,862 miles
  • 2015 – 185,476 miles
  • 2013 – 168,932 miles
  • 2012 – 158,617 miles
  • 2011 – 153,008 miles
  • 2010 – 146,429 miles
  • 2009 – 139,031 miles
  • 2008 – 129,900 miles
  • 2007 – 112,502 miles
  • 2006 – 92,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass241,065 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes corroded at flexi hose end (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass241,065 miles (+7,449)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    241,065 miles
    Test number
    152861338454
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes corroded at flexi hose end (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass233,616 miles (+4,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    233,616 miles
    Test number
    714094423231
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass229,576 miles (+5,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    229,576 miles
    Test number
    948440416787
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass224,066 miles (+6,280)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    224,066 miles
    Test number
    680978886752
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S, O/S (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass217,786 miles (+7,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    217,786 miles
    Test number
    967961176529
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass210,006 miles (+7,072)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    210,006 miles
    Test number
    582476106676
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + bold outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + bold outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  7. Pass202,934 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    202,934 miles
    Test number
    761560221857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail202,919 miles (+7,728)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,919 miles
    Test number
    188122401625
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding park brake lever not working possible caliper/cable needed (3.7.B.1)

  9. Pass195,191 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    195,191 miles
    Test number
    512316717281
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s perished at crimps (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s forward mountings (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' small chips (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small chips (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth head light lenses faded causing slight pattern distortion

  10. Fail195,191 miles (+5,329)4 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,191 miles
    Test number
    197476809458
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear split rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s perished at crimps (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both poor condition (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear close to fail (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s forward mountings (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' small chips (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small chips (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth head light lenses faded causing slight pattern distortion

  11. Pass189,862 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    189,862 miles
    Test number
    282861953712
    • AdvisoryLower wishbone bushes weak
    • AdvisorySlight binding to rear brakes

  12. Fail189,862 miles (+4,386)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,862 miles
    Test number
    172814860108
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryLower wishbone bushes weak
    • AdvisorySlight binding to rear brakes

  13. Pass185,476 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    185,476 miles
    Test number
    155468875427
    • NoteBoth front antiroll bar drop links lower bushes showing wear
    • NoteSigns of slight tyre contact with nearside inner wing when on left lock

  14. Fail185,476 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,476 miles
    Test number
    379608975068
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth front antiroll bar drop links lower bushes showing wear
    • NoteSigns of slight tyre contact with nearside inner wing when on left lock

  15. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    179132874433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass168,932 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    168,932 miles
    Test number
    115595393032
    • NoteDamage to front bumper and number plate

  17. Fail168,932 miles (+10,315)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,932 miles
    Test number
    768144493064
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteDamage to front bumper and number plate
    • NoteO/s/r brake caliper sticking slightly

  18. Pass158,617 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    158,617 miles
    Test number
    858318092042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail158,617 miles (+5,609)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,617 miles
    Test number
    867868192070
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass153,008 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    153,008 miles
    Test number
    685236371003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Fail153,002 miles (+6,573)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,002 miles
    Test number
    325285471018
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear disc corroded.
    • NoteOffside rear disc corroded.

  22. Pass146,429 miles (+7,398)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    146,429 miles
    Test number
    154367390013
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass139,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    139,031 miles
    Test number
    171673489077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail139,031 miles (+9,131)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,031 miles
    Test number
    441253389078
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  25. Pass129,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    129,900 miles
    Test number
    270778988008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail129,900 miles (+17,398)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,900 miles
    Test number
    370298188084
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass112,502 miles (+19,732)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    112,502 miles
    Test number
    120739087027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass92,770 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    92,770 miles
    Test number
    130140896402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Questions about T226 UCG

Does T226 UCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T226 UCG expired on 6 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T226 UCG?
The MOT on T226 UCG expired on 6 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T226 UCG done?
T226 UCG was recorded at 241,065 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2024, an average of 8,014 miles a year.
Has T226 UCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T226 UCG has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on T226 UCG 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 T226 UCG find?
T226 UCG passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly twisted; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes corroded at flexi hose end, and 1 more.

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