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Volkswagen Bora

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,984 cc

T599 UAOMOT history

T599 UAO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 27 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 196,010 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2025
Mileage
196,010 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2024
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,728 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T599 UAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T599 UAO was last recorded at 196,010 miles on 8 Apr 2024, 284 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,726 miles · 25 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
284 miles
Average per year
5,728 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 196,010 miles
  • 2023 – 189,003 miles
  • 2022 – 188,256 miles
  • 2021 – 186,898 miles
  • 2020 – 185,820 miles
  • 2019 – 182,959 miles
  • 2018 – 180,843 miles
  • 2017 – 179,125 miles
  • 2016 – 175,184 miles
  • 2015 – 169,364 miles
  • 2014 – 164,630 miles
  • 2013 – 159,408 miles
  • 2012 – 154,473 miles
  • 2011 – 147,950 miles
  • 2010 – 142,900 miles
  • 2009 – 130,645 miles
  • 2007 – 119,236 miles
  • 2006 – 94,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,010 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Power steering pipe to steering rack corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,010 miles (+284)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    196,010 miles
    Test number
    113911205773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail195,726 miles (+6,723)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,726 miles
    Test number
    511166775711
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested ABS pump is knocking whilst trying to check brake effiencies and o/s/f brake not working (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass189,003 miles (+747)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    189,003 miles
    Test number
    338718806350
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass188,256 miles (+47)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    188,256 miles
    Test number
    615642052243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail188,209 miles (+1,311)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,209 miles
    Test number
    985629495249
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass186,898 miles (+1,078)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    186,898 miles
    Test number
    821205749776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass185,820 miles (+2,861)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    185,820 miles
    Test number
    512698121720
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears at rear sections.. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears in places.. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack gaitor slightly twisted..
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery slightly loose to carrier retainer..
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers loose to housings..

  8. Pass182,959 miles (+2,116)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    182,959 miles
    Test number
    480670894556
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass180,843 miles (+1,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    180,843 miles
    Test number
    148694539243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass179,125 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    179,125 miles
    Test number
    222441026164
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe to steering rack corroded.
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion in offside front to rear brake pipe.

  11. Fail179,125 miles (+3,941)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,125 miles
    Test number
    325455235031
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe to steering rack corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded and pitted.
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion in offside front to rear brake pipe.

  12. Pass175,184 miles (+5,820)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    175,184 miles
    Test number
    784959759739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass169,364 miles (+4,734)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    169,364 miles
    Test number
    948917045029
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres (slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres slightly deteriorated

  14. Pass164,630 miles (+5,222)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    164,630 miles
    Test number
    766129734094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteMoisture/residue around steering rack, no leak at test.

  15. Pass159,408 miles (+4,935)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    159,408 miles
    Test number
    978870543038
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting corroded but still system adequately supported

  16. Pass154,473 miles (+6,523)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    154,473 miles
    Test number
    987348042038
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteDamage in windscreen over 40mm not within the swept area

  17. Pass147,950 miles (+5,050)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    147,950 miles
    Test number
    339306821041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront bumper lower section broken.
    • NoteN/s and o/s metal brake pipes starting to corrode.

  18. Pass142,900 miles (+12,255)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    142,900 miles
    Test number
    114310340085
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass130,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    130,645 miles
    Test number
    182633449420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail130,640 miles (+11,404)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,640 miles
    Test number
    554793749087
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass119,236 miles (+24,944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    119,236 miles
    Test number
    330822767309
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass94,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    94,292 miles
    Test number
    913007986122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T599 UAO

Does T599 UAO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T599 UAO expired on 7 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T599 UAO?
The MOT on T599 UAO expired on 7 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T599 UAO done?
T599 UAO was recorded at 196,010 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2024, an average of 5,728 miles a year.
Has T599 UAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T599 UAO has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T599 UAO 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 T599 UAO find?
T599 UAO passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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