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Volkswagen Camper

White and Orange · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

S15 BAYMOT history

S15 BAY is a white and orange petrol Volkswagen Camper first used on 19 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2024 and it has passed 14 of 27 MOT tests, with 120,631 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2024
Mileage
120,631 km
At MOT on 4 Apr 2023
MOT tests
27
14 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,965 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S15 BAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Camper
Colour
White and Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S15 BAY was last recorded at 120,631 km on 4 Apr 2023, 682 km more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,949 km · 25 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
682 km
Average per year
1,965 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 120,631 km
  • 2021 – 119,949 km
  • 2018 – 119,682 km
  • 2016 – 117,318 km
  • 2011 – 96,771 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,631 km
  • AdvisoryBody not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,631 km (+682)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    120,631 km
    Test number
    529625532278
    • AdvisoryBody not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass119,949 km2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    119,949 km
    Test number
    745406558675
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass119,847 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    119,847 miles
    Test number
    285449741309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail119,823 miles4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,823 miles
    Test number
    752314791827
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced battery carrier floor holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass119,682 km (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    119,682 km
    Test number
    718159328071
    • AdvisoryBattery light on dim at idle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel trim missing
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  6. Fail119,681 km1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,681 km
    Test number
    605779537438
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBattery light on dim at idle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel trim missing
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  7. Fail119,643 miles7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,643 miles
    Test number
    187922125409
    • FailureCentral Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

  8. Pass117,318 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    117,318 km
    Test number
    288795032756
    • AdvisoryRear wheels binding slightly
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  9. Pass114,887 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    114,887 miles
    Test number
    826656555174
    • NoteSlight play in rear wheel bearings

  10. Fail114,882 miles (+22)8 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,882 miles
    Test number
    645683755104
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight play in both front king pins
    • NoteSlight play in rear wheel bearings

  11. Fail114,860 miles (+4,733)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,860 miles
    Test number
    789395404104
    • FailureCentre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteCentre of nearside sill panel holed
    • NoteSlight play in both front king pins

  12. Pass110,127 miles (+185)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    110,127 miles
    Test number
    955616453084
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil filler insecure causing oil leak
    • NoteRear wheel arches heavily corroded

  13. Fail109,942 miles (+5,663)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,942 miles
    Test number
    785866043045
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil filler insecure causing oil leak
    • NoteRear wheel arches heavily corroded

  14. Pass104,279 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    104,279 miles
    Test number
    229459342051
    • AdvisoryCentre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNearside front king pin has slight play
    • NoteNearside rear outer constant velocity joint gaiter missing
    • NoteOffside front king pin has slight play

  15. Fail104,279 miles (+7,437)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,279 miles
    Test number
    867399742072
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNearside front king pin has slight play
    • NoteNearside rear outer constant velocity joint gaiter missing
    • NoteOffside front king pin has slight play

  16. Pass96,842 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    96,842 miles
    Test number
    377710251030
    • NoteMain steering arm/slight play

  17. Fail96,771 km5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,771 km
    Test number
    618093741034
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOuter Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteMain steering arm/slight play

  18. Pass89,656 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    89,656 miles
    Test number
    610152740055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteGeneral rusting on underside of vehicle/both front tyres worn on inside tread
    • NoteThrottle pedal stiff

  19. Fail89,656 miles (+7,267)1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,656 miles
    Test number
    794402640033
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteGeneral rusting on underside of vehicle/both front tyres worn on inside tread
    • NoteThrottle pedal stiff

  20. Pass82,389 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    82,389 miles
    Test number
    822911459032
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail82,389 miles (+7,047)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,389 miles
    Test number
    131391559021
    • FailureNearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass75,342 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    75,342 miles
    Test number
    202995418039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail75,325 miles (+21,199)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,325 miles
    Test number
    221244818082
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

  24. Pass54,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    54,126 miles
    Test number
    150059337003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail54,126 miles (+22,038)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,126 miles
    Test number
    924378237016
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass32,088 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    32,088 miles
    Test number
    503245606065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail32,086 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,086 miles
    Test number
    183414606010
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about S15 BAY

Does S15 BAY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S15 BAY expired on 3 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S15 BAY?
The MOT on S15 BAY expired on 3 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S15 BAY done?
S15 BAY was recorded at 120,631 km at its MOT on 4 Apr 2023, an average of 1,965 km a year.
Has S15 BAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S15 BAY has failed 13 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on S15 BAY 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 BAY find?
S15 BAY passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2023 with 6 advisories: body not fully secure; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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