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Volkswagen Bora

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,984 cc

V647 HBHMOT history

V647 HBH is a green petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 20 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 214,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2023
Mileage
214,739 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V647 HBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V647 HBH was last recorded at 214,739 miles on 9 Apr 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,738 miles · 2 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
10,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 214,739 miles
  • 2021 – 213,732 miles
  • 2020 – 209,373 miles
  • 2019 – 195,356 miles
  • 2018 – 184,162 miles
  • 2017 – 164,720 miles
  • 2016 – 158,258 miles
  • 2015 – 154,209 miles
  • 2014 – 150,979 miles
  • 2013 – 142,475 miles
  • 2012 – 125,793 miles
  • 2011 – 109,179 miles
  • 2010 – 91,660 miles
  • 2009 – 84,170 miles
  • 2008 – 72,067 miles
  • 2007 – 65,200 miles
  • 2006 – 48,931 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,739 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,739 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    214,739 miles
    Test number
    378678781151
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail214,738 miles (+1,006)12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,738 miles
    Test number
    343043577985
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view sharp edges showing (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking 2 hoses leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass213,732 miles (+4,359)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    213,732 miles
    Test number
    187145855604
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass209,373 miles (+14,017)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    209,373 miles
    Test number
    845436354055
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass195,356 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    195,356 miles
    Test number
    544466061682
    • MinorNearside Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  6. Fail195,356 miles (+11,194)5 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,356 miles
    Test number
    960695294457
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Inner Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision bockel missikng (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  7. Pass184,162 miles (+19,442)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    184,162 miles
    Test number
    766822607110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass164,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    164,720 miles
    Test number
    620607556162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail164,720 miles (+6,462)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,720 miles
    Test number
    644788454343
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  10. Pass158,258 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    158,258 miles
    Test number
    841579173368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror damaged not part of mot n/s
  11. Fail158,258 miles (+4,049)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,258 miles
    Test number
    438725319154
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view not part of mot (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass154,209 miles (+2)3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    154,209 miles
    Test number
    116397595082
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle slightly smokey
  13. Fail154,207 miles (+3,228)12 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,207 miles
    Test number
    577556195095
    • FailureCentre Seat belt stitching incomplete (5.2.2b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass150,979 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    150,979 miles
    Test number
    277563914435
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail150,967 miles (+8,492)11 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,967 miles
    Test number
    688838804133
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  16. Pass142,475 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    142,475 miles
    Test number
    775945593013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail142,471 miles (+16,678)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,471 miles
    Test number
    297404293062
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  18. Pass125,793 miles (+217)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    125,793 miles
    Test number
    698152902103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Fail125,576 miles (+16,397)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,576 miles
    Test number
    256837892031
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass109,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    109,179 miles
    Test number
    197216301132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail109,179 miles (+17,519)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,179 miles
    Test number
    577376701137
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  22. Pass91,660 miles (+90)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    91,660 miles
    Test number
    661789700138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  23. Fail91,570 miles (+7,400)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,570 miles
    Test number
    900907200120
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  24. Pass84,170 miles (+12,103)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    84,170 miles
    Test number
    394218099032
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteCenter exhaust bracket slightly broken
  25. Pass72,067 miles (+6,867)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    72,067 miles
    Test number
    702462618125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass65,200 miles (+16,269)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    65,200 miles
    Test number
    984709947137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,931 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,931 miles
    Test number
    802251116198
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

Questions about V647 HBH

Does V647 HBH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V647 HBH expired on 22 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V647 HBH?
The MOT on V647 HBH expired on 22 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V647 HBH done?
V647 HBH was recorded at 214,739 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2022, an average of 10,384 miles a year.
Has V647 HBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V647 HBH has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on V647 HBH 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 V647 HBH find?
V647 HBH passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2022 with 4 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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