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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

712 MBJMOT history

712 MBJ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 20 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 23 Jun 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 86,425 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jun 2023
Mileage
86,425 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
712 MBJ
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

712 MBJ was last recorded at 86,425 miles on 24 Jun 2022, 590 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,835 miles · 11 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
590 miles
Average per year
2,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 86,425 miles
  • 2021 – 85,835 miles
  • 2020 – 84,636 miles
  • 2019 – 82,730 miles
  • 2018 – 81,045 miles
  • 2017 – 79,355 miles
  • 2016 – 77,631 miles
  • 2015 – 75,858 miles
  • 2014 – 74,500 miles
  • 2013 – 73,634 miles
  • 2012 – 72,508 miles
  • 2011 – 72,006 miles
  • 2010 – 69,724 miles
  • 2009 – 65,071 miles
  • 2008 – 59,921 miles
  • 2007 – 54,428 miles
  • 2006 – 49,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,425 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroded slightly on outer faces
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Factory fitted Engine Cover.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Factory fitted Sill Covers.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,425 miles (+590)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    86,425 miles
    Test number
    861335555180
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroded slightly on outer faces
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass85,835 miles (+1,199)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    85,835 miles
    Test number
    674055467664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass84,636 miles (+1,906)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,636 miles
    Test number
    255059594215
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH Rear Brake Discs worn & pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFactory fitted Engine Cover.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySill Covers fitted.

  4. Pass82,730 miles (+1,685)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,730 miles
    Test number
    357855844050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass81,045 miles (+1,690)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    81,045 miles
    Test number
    827231028221
    • AdvisoryBOTH Rear Brake Discs slightly worn.
    • AdvisoryBOTH Wiper Blades split @ ends.
    • AdvisoryFactory fitted Engine Cover.
    • AdvisoryFactory fitted Sill Covers.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  6. Pass79,355 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    79,355 miles
    Test number
    176686279541
    • AdvisoryFactory fitted Engine Cover.
    • AdvisoryFactory fitted Sill Covers.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Main Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Main Bush (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail79,355 miles (+1,724)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,355 miles
    Test number
    744737656382
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFactory fitted Engine Cover.
    • AdvisoryFactory fitted Sill Covers.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Main Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Main Bush (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass77,631 miles (+1,773)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    77,631 miles
    Test number
    187726260571
    • AdvisoryREAR PLATE / UNDER TRAYS FITTED

  9. Pass75,858 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,858 miles
    Test number
    655264355070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,855 miles (+1,355)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,855 miles
    Test number
    329249945030
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass74,500 miles (+866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    74,500 miles
    Test number
    437469554029
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass73,634 miles (+1,126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    73,634 miles
    Test number
    175410963435
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass72,508 miles (+502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    72,508 miles
    Test number
    767501462079
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass72,006 miles (+2,282)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    72,006 miles
    Test number
    396132551058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    69,724 miles
    Test number
    323178440022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail69,724 miles (+4,653)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,724 miles
    Test number
    361818640043
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass65,071 miles (+5,150)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    65,071 miles
    Test number
    951509349050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,921 miles (+5,493)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    59,921 miles
    Test number
    791110658044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,428 miles (+5,121)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    54,428 miles
    Test number
    111524027410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    49,307 miles
    Test number
    211405926048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 712 MBJ

What vehicle is registration 712 MBJ currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 712 MBJ on a silver diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 20 Jan 2000. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 712 MBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 712 MBJ expired on 23 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 712 MBJ?
The MOT on 712 MBJ expired on 23 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 712 MBJ done?
712 MBJ was recorded at 86,425 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2022, an average of 2,262 miles a year.
Has 712 MBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 712 MBJ has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2017.
Has the mileage on 712 MBJ 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 712 MBJ find?
712 MBJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2022 with 9 advisories: both rear brake discs corroded slightly on outer faces; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 6 more.

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