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Volkswagen Bora

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

S15 ARCMOT history

S15 ARC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 15 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 200,240 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Nov 2022
Mileage
200,240 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2021
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S15 ARC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S15 ARC was last recorded at 200,240 miles on 1 Dec 2021, 974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,266 miles · 8 Oct 2019
Between the last two tests
974 miles
Average per year
10,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 200,240 miles
  • 2019 – 199,266 miles
  • 2018 – 196,282 miles
  • 2017 – 187,994 miles
  • 2016 – 174,616 miles
  • 2015 – 162,007 miles
  • 2014 – 151,357 miles
  • 2013 – 140,708 miles
  • 2012 – 130,675 miles
  • 2011 – 119,793 miles
  • 2010 – 105,682 miles
  • 2009 – 90,215 miles
  • 2008 – 75,214 miles
  • 2007 – 52,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,240 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryInner sills corroded
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL ALONG SILL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,240 miles (+974)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    200,240 miles
    Test number
    965584921605
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Pass199,266 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    199,266 miles
    Test number
    500347386288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail199,266 miles (+2,984)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,266 miles
    Test number
    959292080723
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass196,282 miles (+71)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    196,282 miles
    Test number
    654563942804
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL ALONG SILL (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail196,211 miles (+8,217)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,211 miles
    Test number
    875957317989
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL ALONG SILL (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass187,994 miles (+13,378)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    187,994 miles
    Test number
    461880855146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass174,616 miles (+12,609)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    174,616 miles
    Test number
    516102821408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring modified but not seriously weakened all for (2.4.A.2)

  8. Pass162,007 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    162,007 miles
    Test number
    807218375199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail161,905 miles (+10,548)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,905 miles
    Test number
    168693175105
    • FailureNearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  10. Pass151,357 miles (+10,649)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    151,357 miles
    Test number
    477119774151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass140,708 miles (+10,033)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    140,708 miles
    Test number
    806945673176
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight v c boot leaking n/side

  12. Pass130,675 miles (+10,882)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    130,675 miles
    Test number
    755275062151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass119,793 miles (+14,111)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    119,793 miles
    Test number
    179017481152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,682 miles (+15,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    105,682 miles
    Test number
    754569880194
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass90,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    90,215 miles
    Test number
    694608189168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,215 miles (+15,001)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,215 miles
    Test number
    930318089120
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass75,214 miles (+22,576)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    75,214 miles
    Test number
    234127298132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    52,638 miles
    Test number
    632021597148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S15 ARC

Does S15 ARC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S15 ARC expired on 30 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S15 ARC?
The MOT on S15 ARC expired on 30 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S15 ARC done?
S15 ARC was recorded at 200,240 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2021, an average of 10,253 miles a year.
Has S15 ARC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S15 ARC has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on S15 ARC 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 S15 ARC find?
S15 ARC passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2021 with 3 advisories: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; inner sills corroded; rear axle corroded.

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