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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T953 OWJMOT history

T953 OWJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 1 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 97,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
97,310 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,790 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T953 OWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T953 OWJ was last recorded at 97,310 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,302 miles · 6 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,790 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,310 miles
  • 2025 – 87,482 miles
  • 2024 – 84,863 miles
  • 2023 – 84,651 miles
  • 2022 – 83,951 miles
  • 2021 – 82,669 miles
  • 2020 – 81,286 miles
  • 2019 – 79,587 miles
  • 2018 – 78,534 miles
  • 2017 – 77,920 miles
  • 2016 – 76,664 miles
  • 2015 – 74,589 miles
  • 2014 – 71,972 miles
  • 2013 – 68,838 miles
  • 2012 – 65,663 miles
  • 2011 – 61,861 miles
  • 2010 – 59,120 miles
  • 2009 – 55,270 miles
  • 2008 – 50,728 miles
  • 2007 – 45,650 miles
  • 2006 – 41,154 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,310 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded through. not in prescribed areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,310 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    97,310 miles
    Test number
    189685129159
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded through. not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail97,302 miles (+9,820)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,302 miles
    Test number
    493110189183
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded through. not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass87,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    87,482 miles
    Test number
    956377876291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail87,481 miles (+375)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,481 miles
    Test number
    445783717091
    • MajorBody panel damaged and likely to cause injury Front wings (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail87,106 miles (+2,243)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,106 miles
    Test number
    701297374341
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front end of body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front end of body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component insecurely attached suspension top mount (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront front wings lower rear edges corroded.both wings
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper slight play in suspension top mount
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light not working

  6. Pass84,863 miles (+212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    84,863 miles
    Test number
    200929907035
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass84,651 miles (+700)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    84,651 miles
    Test number
    907441656367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,951 miles (+1,282)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    83,951 miles
    Test number
    480527849072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,669 miles (+1,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    82,669 miles
    Test number
    913633414497
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass81,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    81,286 miles
    Test number
    253414990234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,286 miles (+1,699)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,286 miles
    Test number
    146239937107
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  12. Pass79,587 miles (+1,053)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    79,587 miles
    Test number
    390923925956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,534 miles (+614)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    78,534 miles
    Test number
    704971148672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,920 miles (+1,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,920 miles
    Test number
    161538778592
    • AdvisoryCrack in windscreen

  15. Pass76,664 miles (+2,075)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    76,664 miles
    Test number
    815474935273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,589 miles (+2,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    74,589 miles
    Test number
    806055975124
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail71,972 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,972 miles
    Test number
    526493284191
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testPassenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass71,972 miles (+3,134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    71,972 miles
    Test number
    616373584135
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass68,838 miles (+3,175)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,838 miles
    Test number
    387889473139
    • NoteCrack in top nearside corner of screen not in swept area

  20. Pass65,663 miles (+3,802)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,663 miles
    Test number
    717041382193
    • NoteCrack in top of on nearside screen but not in drivers vision

  21. Pass61,861 miles (+2,741)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    61,861 miles
    Test number
    306441781112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass59,120 miles (+3,850)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    59,120 miles
    Test number
    942531880138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,270 miles (+4,542)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    55,270 miles
    Test number
    123620189198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,728 miles (+5,078)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    50,728 miles
    Test number
    214049178163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,650 miles (+4,496)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    45,650 miles
    Test number
    303309577188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    41,154 miles
    Test number
    272329276143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail41,154 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,154 miles
    Test number
    430559476111
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about T953 OWJ

Does T953 OWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T953 OWJ is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T953 OWJ?
The MOT on T953 OWJ is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T953 OWJ done?
T953 OWJ was recorded at 97,310 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 2,790 miles a year.
Has T953 OWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T953 OWJ has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T953 OWJ 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 T953 OWJ find?
T953 OWJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front sill corroded through. not in prescribed area, and 1 more.

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