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Volkswagen Bora

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T909 FODMOT history

T909 FOD is a red petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 113,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2023
Mileage
113,047 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T909 FOD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T909 FOD was last recorded at 113,047 miles on 22 Aug 2023, 263 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Mar 2017: 107,054 miles, lower than 107,948 miles on 1 Mar 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
112,784 miles · 23 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
263 miles
Average per year
1,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 113,047 miles
  • 2022 – 112,015 miles
  • 2021 – 111,145 miles
  • 2020 – 110,444 miles
  • 2019 – 109,594 miles
  • 2018 – 108,794 miles
  • 2017 – 107,054 miles
  • 2016 – 107,012 miles
  • 2015 – 106,107 miles
  • 2014 – 105,443 miles
  • 2013 – 104,138 miles
  • 2012 – 102,769 miles
  • 2011 – 101,410 miles
  • 2010 – 99,618 miles
  • 2009 – 97,753 miles
  • 2008 – 95,900 miles
  • 2007 – 93,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail113,047 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine over heated (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres are badly perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail113,047 miles (+263)6 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,047 miles
    Test number
    325506836309
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine over heated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail112,784 miles (+769)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,784 miles
    Test number
    402728781344
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both headlights (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear wheels corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframe corroded but not seriously weakened

  3. Pass112,015 miles (+870)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    112,015 miles
    Test number
    414952294101
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front top strut mounts have movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front both rear wheels rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass111,145 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    111,145 miles
    Test number
    226132942319
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail111,137 miles (+693)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,137 miles
    Test number
    258777581972
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass110,444 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    110,444 miles
    Test number
    553661590327
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail110,438 miles (+844)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,438 miles
    Test number
    382457172014
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass109,594 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    109,594 miles
    Test number
    957660726482
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres are badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail109,585 miles (+791)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,585 miles
    Test number
    720510928156
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength of outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres are badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass108,794 miles (+1,740)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    108,794 miles
    Test number
    127604968944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes and suspension rusted

  11. Pass107,054 miles (-894)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    107,054 miles
    Test number
    946916185333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail107,948 miles (+936)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,948 miles
    Test number
    688309565161
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass107,012 miles (+905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    107,012 miles
    Test number
    251901030890
    • AdvisoryUNDER BODY COMPONENTS STARTING TO CORRODE

  14. Fail106,107 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,107 miles
    Test number
    486436855049
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass106,107 miles (+664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    106,107 miles
    Test number
    817186355059
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass105,443 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    105,443 miles
    Test number
    426775364011
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail105,443 miles (+1,305)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,443 miles
    Test number
    606295964096
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass104,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    104,138 miles
    Test number
    818759353041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail104,138 miles (+1,369)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,138 miles
    Test number
    965803653089
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  20. Pass102,769 miles (+1,359)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    102,769 miles
    Test number
    139384272425
    • 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass101,410 miles (+1,792)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    101,410 miles
    Test number
    188398561452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass99,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    99,618 miles
    Test number
    712121880095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail99,618 miles (+1,865)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,618 miles
    Test number
    801471380060
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass97,753 miles (+1,853)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    97,753 miles
    Test number
    600754289094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass95,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    95,900 miles
    Test number
    600519498031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail95,900 miles (+2,239)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,900 miles
    Test number
    654629498043
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass93,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    93,661 miles
    Test number
    643624217139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T909 FOD

Does T909 FOD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T909 FOD expired on 21 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T909 FOD?
The MOT on T909 FOD expired on 21 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T909 FOD done?
T909 FOD was recorded at 113,047 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2023, an average of 1,187 miles a year.
Has T909 FOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T909 FOD has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T909 FOD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Mar 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T909 FOD find?
T909 FOD failed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2023 with 6 major defects and 12 advisories: emissions unable to be completed engine over heated; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced; nearside rear brake pipe excessively corroded, and 15 more.

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