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Volkswagen Bora

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

V56 MKMMOT history

V56 MKM is a blue diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 12 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2024 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 222,032 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2024
Mileage
222,032 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2023
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,699 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 MKM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V56 MKM was last recorded at 222,032 miles on 23 Oct 2023, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jun 2006: 60,272 miles, lower than 119,360 miles on 19 Oct 2005.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
222,019 miles · 13 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
5,699 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 222,032 miles
  • 2021 – 222,019 miles
  • 2020 – 219,612 miles
  • 2019 – 215,514 miles
  • 2018 – 207,720 miles
  • 2017 – 202,882 miles
  • 2016 – 197,789 miles
  • 2015 – 192,748 miles
  • 2014 – 185,862 miles
  • 2013 – 177,920 miles
  • 2012 – 170,786 miles
  • 2010 – 121,861 miles
  • 2009 – 98,463 miles
  • 2008 – 75,341 miles
  • 2007 – 67,519 miles
  • 2006 – 60,272 miles
  • 2005 – 119,360 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,032 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,032 miles (+13)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    222,032 miles
    Test number
    511037585278
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass222,019 miles (+2,407)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    222,019 miles
    Test number
    534728382620
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer has slight blow

  3. Pass219,612 miles (+4,098)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    219,612 miles
    Test number
    484074492426
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake inner pad loose in carrier

  4. Pass215,514 miles (+4)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    215,514 miles
    Test number
    579540885807
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail215,510 miles (+7,790)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,510 miles
    Test number
    608531909292
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass207,720 miles (+4,838)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    207,720 miles
    Test number
    669263111614
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake has slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass202,882 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    202,882 miles
    Test number
    328627347622
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens tarnished (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens tarnished (1.7.5a)

  8. Fail202,881 miles (+5,092)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,881 miles
    Test number
    994480898470
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens tarnished (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens tarnished (1.7.5a)

  9. Pass197,789 miles (+5,041)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    197,789 miles
    Test number
    580530213531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass192,748 miles (+6,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    192,748 miles
    Test number
    357910372450
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced tarnished (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass185,862 miles (+7,942)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    185,862 miles
    Test number
    745062244378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass177,920 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    177,920 miles
    Test number
    579038733346
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail177,871 miles (+7,085)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,871 miles
    Test number
    736714223375
    • FailureNearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass170,786 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    170,786 miles
    Test number
    507147102311
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail170,786 miles (+869)1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,786 miles
    Test number
    778525202372
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass169,917 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    169,917 miles
    Test number
    989738742254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail169,898 miles (+11,422)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,898 miles
    Test number
    955527342255
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass158,476 miles (+7)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    158,476 miles
    Test number
    888028522092
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail158,469 miles (+36,608)2 dangerous1 failure9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,469 miles
    Test number
    179661822439
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass121,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    121,861 miles
    Test number
    700123850103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail121,861 miles (+23,398)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,861 miles
    Test number
    972003550148
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass98,463 miles (+23,122)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    98,463 miles
    Test number
    441353239112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,341 miles (+7,822)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    75,341 miles
    Test number
    161791748154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,519 miles (+7,247)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    67,519 miles
    Test number
    231633757410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,272 miles (-59,088)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    60,272 miles
    Test number
    713700666181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass119,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    119,360 miles
    Test number
    212352095287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail119,360 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,360 miles
    Test number
    840970595290
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about V56 MKM

Does V56 MKM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V56 MKM expired on 22 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V56 MKM?
The MOT on V56 MKM expired on 22 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V56 MKM done?
V56 MKM was recorded at 222,032 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2023, an average of 5,699 miles a year.
Has V56 MKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 MKM has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on V56 MKM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jun 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V56 MKM find?
V56 MKM passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2023 with 7 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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