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Volkswagen Bora

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T34 SDWMOT history

T34 SDW is a blue diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 17 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 153,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jan 2026
Mileage
153,104 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T34 SDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T34 SDW was last recorded at 153,104 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 662 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,442 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
662 miles
Average per year
2,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,104 miles
  • 2024 – 152,442 miles
  • 2023 – 151,451 miles
  • 2022 – 150,412 miles
  • 2021 – 149,863 miles
  • 2020 – 146,633 miles
  • 2019 – 142,893 miles
  • 2018 – 139,556 miles
  • 2017 – 136,609 miles
  • 2016 – 133,608 miles
  • 2015 – 130,516 miles
  • 2014 – 126,819 miles
  • 2013 – 123,508 miles
  • 2012 – 120,287 miles
  • 2011 – 116,010 miles
  • 2010 – 111,322 miles
  • 2009 – 108,224 miles
  • 2008 – 104,334 miles
  • 2007 – 100,169 miles
  • 2006 – 94,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail153,104 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • Advisory- Suspension, chassis and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule - NS/OS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened - NS/OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive - NS/OS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front headlight dip beam pattern is poor due to condition of lens

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail153,104 miles (+662)1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,104 miles
    Test number
    112850699364
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory- Suspension, chassis and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule - NS/OS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened - NS/OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive - NS/OS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass152,442 miles (+955)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    152,442 miles
    Test number
    494750117237
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured * * NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output * * NS/OS (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured * * NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened * * (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule * * NS/OS (short at axle) (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive - NS/OS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass151,487 miles (+36)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    151,487 miles
    Test number
    392682718837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlight dip beam pattern is poor due to condition of lens
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight dip beam pattern is poor due to condition of lens
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail151,451 miles (+1,039)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,451 miles
    Test number
    500273031120
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength with in 30cm of o,s,r suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlight dip beam pattern is poor due to condition of lens
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight dip beam pattern is poor due to condition of lens
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass150,412 miles (+549)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    150,412 miles
    Test number
    577943961159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass149,863 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    149,863 miles
    Test number
    387330176372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Fail149,863 miles (+3,230)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,863 miles
    Test number
    931327419632
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system to caliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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. Pass146,633 miles (+3,740)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    146,633 miles
    Test number
    909429579347
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged the rear view mirror is stuck on dipped position (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass142,893 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    142,893 miles
    Test number
    265504716529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail142,893 miles (+3,337)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,893 miles
    Test number
    168126740353
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass139,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    139,556 miles
    Test number
    732199411012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail139,556 miles (+2,947)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,556 miles
    Test number
    159774081169
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass136,609 miles (+3,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    136,609 miles
    Test number
    982936041512
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly deteriorated

  14. Pass133,608 miles (+3,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    133,608 miles
    Test number
    124592528486
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 2x nails within tread

  15. Pass130,516 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    130,516 miles
    Test number
    217459055187
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteGlowplug light flashing.

  16. Fail130,516 miles (+3,697)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,516 miles
    Test number
    887379455161
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteGlowplug light flashing.

  17. Pass126,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    126,819 miles
    Test number
    405340164199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail126,819 miles (+3,311)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,819 miles
    Test number
    186340164135
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass123,508 miles (+3,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    123,508 miles
    Test number
    695551963193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass120,287 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    120,287 miles
    Test number
    427667962140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail120,287 miles (+4,277)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,287 miles
    Test number
    128127362141
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass116,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    116,010 miles
    Test number
    947080461155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail116,010 miles (+4,688)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,010 miles
    Test number
    547549451143
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  24. Pass111,322 miles (+3,098)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    111,322 miles
    Test number
    522102850184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass108,224 miles (+3,890)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    108,224 miles
    Test number
    122551969190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  26. Pass104,334 miles (+4,165)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    104,334 miles
    Test number
    220431778491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass100,169 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    100,169 miles
    Test number
    702717677152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail100,120 miles (+5,364)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,120 miles
    Test number
    111792967175
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  29. Pass94,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    94,756 miles
    Test number
    512665066135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T34 SDW

Does T34 SDW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T34 SDW expired on 2 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T34 SDW?
The MOT on T34 SDW expired on 2 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T34 SDW done?
T34 SDW was recorded at 153,104 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 2,938 miles a year.
Has T34 SDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T34 SDW has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T34 SDW 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 T34 SDW find?
T34 SDW failed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 5 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; brake lever has insufficient reserve travel; central rear upper suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened, and 10 more.

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