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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,324 cc

V5 SPTMOT history

V5 SPT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 7 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 79,106 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
79,106 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,749 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 SPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 SPT was last recorded at 79,106 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 988 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,118 miles · 29 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
988 miles
Average per year
1,749 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,106 miles
  • 2024 – 78,118 miles
  • 2023 – 77,578 miles
  • 2022 – 76,990 miles
  • 2020 – 76,844 miles
  • 2019 – 76,064 miles
  • 2018 – 73,225 miles
  • 2017 – 72,624 miles
  • 2016 – 70,452 miles
  • 2015 – 67,699 miles
  • 2014 – 64,520 miles
  • 2012 – 62,040 miles
  • 2011 – 59,762 miles
  • 2009 – 53,671 miles
  • 2008 – 50,825 miles
  • 2007 – 47,613 miles
  • 2006 – 44,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,106 miles
  • AdvisoryAge related corrosion underneath
  • AdvisoryBoot full
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySide skirts covering sills

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,106 miles (+988)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    79,106 miles
    Test number
    201439629772
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion underneath
    • AdvisoryBoot full
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySide skirts covering sills
  2. Pass78,118 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    78,118 miles
    Test number
    898769540503
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear/middle (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Fail78,118 miles (+540)4 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,118 miles
    Test number
    911339713555
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel arch inner (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear/middle (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass77,578 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    77,578 miles
    Test number
    126113382540
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/s and O/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded but not to excess
  5. Fail77,578 miles (+588)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,578 miles
    Test number
    767581977232
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/s and O/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded but not to excess
  6. Pass76,990 miles (+146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    76,990 miles
    Test number
    957901785726
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass76,844 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    76,844 miles
    Test number
    208978636908
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight stiffness to n/s/f upper strut top mounting
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to o/s outer sill area
  8. Fail76,843 miles (+779)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,843 miles
    Test number
    278496644349
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both front n/s & o/s lenses deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side effort recorded but below requirement (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight stiffness to n/s/f upper strut top mounting
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to o/s outer sill area
  9. Pass76,064 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,064 miles
    Test number
    608132941846
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both front n/s & o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front n/s & o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front & rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre/rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension components have extensive surface corrosion
  10. Fail74,062 miles (+837)1 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,062 miles
    Test number
    862159636613
    • DangerousOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill area (behind sill cover) (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both front n/s & o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front n/s & o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front & rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre/rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension components have extensive surface corrosion
  11. Pass73,225 miles (+601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    73,225 miles
    Test number
    452908802590
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake binding slightly
  12. Pass72,624 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    72,624 miles
    Test number
    132954821780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,622 miles (+2,170)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,622 miles
    Test number
    698588852975
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
  14. Pass70,452 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    70,452 miles
    Test number
    593793745143
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Fail70,450 miles (+2,751)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,450 miles
    Test number
    194592261821
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass67,699 miles (+3,179)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    67,699 miles
    Test number
    866418225004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  17. Pass64,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    64,520 miles
    Test number
    215586844038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,520 miles (+2,480)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,520 miles
    Test number
    109329334404
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Pass62,040 miles (+2,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    62,040 miles
    Test number
    267499352328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  20. Pass59,762 miles (+2,699)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    59,762 miles
    Test number
    548075051379
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass57,063 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    57,063 miles
    Test number
    855431421038
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Fail57,063 miles (+3,392)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,063 miles
    Test number
    196991821046
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass53,671 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    53,671 miles
    Test number
    490136659485
    • NoteN/s front tyre wearing on inner edge
  24. Fail53,671 miles (+2,846)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,671 miles
    Test number
    404606159315
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s front tyre wearing on inner edge
  25. Pass50,825 miles (+3,212)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    50,825 miles
    Test number
    921477858393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,613 miles (+2,740)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    47,613 miles
    Test number
    191753357322
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre 10 psi
  27. Pass44,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    44,873 miles
    Test number
    460153956432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 SPT

Does V5 SPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 SPT is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 SPT?
The MOT on V5 SPT is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 SPT done?
V5 SPT was recorded at 79,106 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 1,749 miles a year.
Has V5 SPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 SPT has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on V5 SPT 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 V5 SPT find?
V5 SPT passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: age related corrosion underneath; boot full; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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