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Volkswagen Bora

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

S10 BUYMOT history

S10 BUY is a blue diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 288,237 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2026
Mileage
288,237 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S10 BUY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S10 BUY was last recorded at 288,237 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 3,747 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
284,490 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,747 miles
Average per year
9,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 288,237 miles
  • 2025 – 284,490 miles
  • 2024 – 281,471 miles
  • 2023 – 278,673 miles
  • 2022 – 275,683 miles
  • 2021 – 271,047 miles
  • 2020 – 268,184 miles
  • 2019 – 264,124 miles
  • 2018 – 259,291 miles
  • 2017 – 253,343 miles
  • 2016 – 247,899 miles
  • 2015 – 239,019 miles
  • 2014 – 230,551 miles
  • 2013 – 215,316 miles
  • 2012 – 201,168 miles
  • 2011 – 187,400 miles
  • 2010 – 173,412 miles
  • 2009 – 157,965 miles
  • 2008 – 145,159 miles
  • 2007 – 133,912 miles
  • 2006 – 118,271 miles
  • 2005 – 95,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail288,237 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 18 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail288,237 miles (+3,747)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    288,237 miles
    Test number
    579184647652
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass284,490 miles (+3,019)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    284,490 miles
    Test number
    836953568049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • 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))
  3. Pass281,471 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    281,471 miles
    Test number
    507429432163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail281,471 miles (+2,798)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    281,471 miles
    Test number
    480085708507
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass278,673 miles (+2,990)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    278,673 miles
    Test number
    783190016430
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass275,683 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    275,683 miles
    Test number
    740790790890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail275,683 miles (+4,636)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    275,683 miles
    Test number
    444974704290
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass271,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    271,047 miles
    Test number
    200681867721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail271,047 miles (+2,863)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,047 miles
    Test number
    255167384478
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass268,184 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    268,184 miles
    Test number
    921776995623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge limit and edges (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail268,184 miles (+4,060)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,184 miles
    Test number
    682785797508
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge limit and edges (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass264,124 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    264,124 miles
    Test number
    713476931382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Fail264,122 miles (+4,831)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,122 miles
    Test number
    602483898826
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass259,291 miles (+5,948)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    259,291 miles
    Test number
    767502772052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass253,343 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    253,343 miles
    Test number
    391705194979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail253,240 miles (+5,341)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,240 miles
    Test number
    436959273633
    • FailureBootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working and lamp insecure (1.1.C.1d)
  17. Pass247,899 miles (+8,880)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    247,899 miles
    Test number
    552112051321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass239,019 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    239,019 miles
    Test number
    797278197797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail238,952 miles (+8,401)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,952 miles
    Test number
    542110447673
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe out of cat/down pipe directly at cat (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tread near inner wall and tyre wearing unevenly
  20. Pass230,551 miles (+15,235)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    230,551 miles
    Test number
    757236744267
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass215,316 miles (+14,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    215,316 miles
    Test number
    379835553279
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  22. Pass201,168 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    201,168 miles
    Test number
    585937542248
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Fail201,163 miles (+13,763)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,163 miles
    Test number
    898381142299
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass187,400 miles (+321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    187,400 miles
    Test number
    677387251206
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  25. Fail187,079 miles (+13,667)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,079 miles
    Test number
    689249541299
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  26. Pass173,412 miles (+15,447)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    173,412 miles
    Test number
    964422050242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass157,965 miles (+12,806)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    157,965 miles
    Test number
    653468459268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass145,159 miles (+11,247)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    145,159 miles
    Test number
    801317048244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass133,912 miles (+15,641)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    133,912 miles
    Test number
    350235537474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass118,271 miles (+23,009)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    118,271 miles
    Test number
    841027846268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass95,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    95,262 miles
    Test number
    161160235232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S10 BUY

Does S10 BUY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S10 BUY expired on 14 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S10 BUY?
The MOT on S10 BUY expired on 14 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S10 BUY done?
S10 BUY was recorded at 288,237 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 9,173 miles a year.
Has S10 BUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S10 BUY has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S10 BUY 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 S10 BUY find?
S10 BUY failed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 8 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill; nearside rear parking brake inoperative on one side; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, and 11 more.

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