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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

L8 OTLMOT history

L8 OTL is a silver diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 7 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Feb 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 205,781 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Feb 2024
Mileage
205,781 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2024
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 OTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L8 OTL was last recorded at 205,781 miles on 20 Feb 2024, 12,205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,576 miles · 2 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
12,205 miles
Average per year
9,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 205,781 miles
  • 2023 – 193,576 miles
  • 2022 – 193,489 miles
  • 2021 – 187,111 miles
  • 2020 – 181,280 miles
  • 2019 – 168,099 miles
  • 2018 – 160,461 miles
  • 2017 – 149,968 miles
  • 2016 – 142,647 miles
  • 2015 – 135,712 miles
  • 2014 – 126,862 miles
  • 2013 – 119,272 miles
  • 2012 – 111,808 miles
  • 2011 – 103,657 miles
  • 2010 – 96,739 miles
  • 2009 – 75,038 miles
  • 2008 – 62,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail205,781 miles
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Side sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorPosition lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
  • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySlight age related corrosion at most suspension components and chassis areas

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight wear n/s/f track rod

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail205,781 miles (+12,205)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,781 miles
    Test number
    536546089819
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Side sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight age related corrosion at most suspension components and chassis areas

  2. Pass193,576 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    193,576 miles
    Test number
    428557918049
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack? (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail193,576 miles (+87)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,576 miles
    Test number
    718334939708
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack? (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail193,489 miles (+6,378)2 dangerous10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,489 miles
    Test number
    296399489672
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight age related corrosion

  5. Pass187,111 miles (+222)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    187,111 miles
    Test number
    694126633084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail186,889 miles (+5,609)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,889 miles
    Test number
    642132488891
    • DangerousNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass181,280 miles (+13,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    181,280 miles
    Test number
    726005537784
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass168,099 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    168,099 miles
    Test number
    543884453266
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Fail168,098 miles (+7,637)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,098 miles
    Test number
    941635313236
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass160,461 miles (+10,493)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    160,461 miles
    Test number
    965489827903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass149,968 miles (+7,321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    149,968 miles
    Test number
    847430918330
    • AdvisorySlight wear n/s/f track rod

  12. Pass142,647 miles (+6,935)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    142,647 miles
    Test number
    505005425794
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp output poor
    • AdvisorySlight wear n/s/f track rod

  13. Pass135,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    135,712 miles
    Test number
    577200165263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail135,712 miles (+8,850)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,712 miles
    Test number
    704827151818
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs coroded
    • AdvisoryTailgate hinge insecure

  15. Pass126,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    126,862 miles
    Test number
    236585624380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail126,862 miles (+7,590)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,862 miles
    Test number
    396015224323
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  17. Fail119,272 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,272 miles
    Test number
    585782633346
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside front steering arm has slight play

  18. Pass119,272 miles (+7,464)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    119,272 miles
    Test number
    787262333395
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside front steering arm has slight play

  19. Pass111,808 miles (+8,151)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    111,808 miles
    Test number
    639985132398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass103,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    103,657 miles
    Test number
    215093431398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail103,656 miles (+6,917)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,656 miles
    Test number
    375453231353
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/r/r tyre worn + punctured

  22. Pass96,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    96,739 miles
    Test number
    541007030350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail96,739 miles (+21,701)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,739 miles
    Test number
    902227830366
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass75,038 miles (+12,981)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    75,038 miles
    Test number
    680283949302
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass62,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    62,057 miles
    Test number
    890019018323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 OTL

Does L8 OTL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 OTL expired on 1 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 OTL?
The MOT on L8 OTL expired on 1 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 OTL done?
L8 OTL was recorded at 205,781 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2024, an average of 9,414 miles a year.
Has L8 OTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 OTL has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on L8 OTL 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 L8 OTL find?
L8 OTL failed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2024 with 8 major defects and 3 advisories: brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength side sill area, and 8 more.

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