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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,984 cc

V661 UWLMOT history

V661 UWL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 71,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Nov 2023
Mileage
71,456 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V661 UWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V661 UWL was last recorded at 71,456 miles on 18 Nov 2022, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,426 miles · 17 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
3,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 71,456 miles
  • 2021 – 62,487 miles
  • 2020 – 60,117 miles
  • 2019 – 57,467 miles
  • 2018 – 54,710 miles
  • 2017 – 50,504 miles
  • 2015 – 46,135 miles
  • 2014 – 43,464 miles
  • 2013 – 39,946 miles
  • 2012 – 34,400 miles
  • 2011 – 24,202 miles
  • 2010 – 23,009 miles
  • 2009 – 21,723 miles
  • 2008 – 20,670 miles
  • 2007 – 19,750 miles
  • 2006 – 18,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,456 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,456 miles (+30)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    71,456 miles
    Test number
    241416336554
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail71,426 miles (+8,939)7 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,426 miles
    Test number
    447244299470
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass62,487 miles (+2,370)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    62,487 miles
    Test number
    626127888718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush recommend attention (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush recommend attention (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTraction control/abs appears to be operating when not required

  4. Pass60,117 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    60,117 miles
    Test number
    961242533784
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens's deteriorated
    • AdvisoryLift at both front top suspension mountings on limits
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs rusty
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated

  5. Fail60,117 miles (+2,650)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,117 miles
    Test number
    356213236458
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens's deteriorated
    • AdvisoryLift at both front top suspension mountings on limits
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs rusty
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated

  6. Pass57,467 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,467 miles
    Test number
    142566909446
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  7. Fail57,466 miles (+2,756)2 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,466 miles
    Test number
    747463765197
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end modified such that the steering is adversely affected Track rod end fouling wheel (2.1.3 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end modified such that the steering is adversely affected Track rod end fouling wheel (2.1.3 (f) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  8. Pass54,710 miles (+51)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    54,710 miles
    Test number
    824122417278
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Fail54,659 miles (+4,155)1 dangerous3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,659 miles
    Test number
    821377696548
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass50,504 miles (+4,369)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    50,504 miles
    Test number
    337511596998
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre deteriorated craking
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs rusty

  11. Pass46,135 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    46,135 miles
    Test number
    603904661227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail46,127 miles (+2,663)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,127 miles
    Test number
    903214237674
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass43,464 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,464 miles
    Test number
    307843204382
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Fail43,464 miles (+3,518)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,464 miles
    Test number
    286593704332
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass39,946 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    39,946 miles
    Test number
    338776373481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail39,946 miles (+5,546)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,946 miles
    Test number
    759214073257
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  17. Pass34,400 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    34,400 miles
    Test number
    445922142269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Fail34,400 miles (+10,198)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,400 miles
    Test number
    989892842218
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Pass24,202 miles (+1,193)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    24,202 miles
    Test number
    278169361298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,009 miles (+1,286)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    23,009 miles
    Test number
    360945530265
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass21,723 miles (+1,053)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    21,723 miles
    Test number
    512219039295
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass20,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    20,670 miles
    Test number
    542132248289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail20,670 miles (+920)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,670 miles
    Test number
    204182848272
    • DangerousNearside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass19,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    19,750 miles
    Test number
    553466437258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail19,750 miles (+1,254)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,750 miles
    Test number
    730176337232
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass18,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    18,496 miles
    Test number
    630870136233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V661 UWL

Does V661 UWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V661 UWL expired on 17 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V661 UWL?
The MOT on V661 UWL expired on 17 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V661 UWL done?
V661 UWL was recorded at 71,456 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2022, an average of 3,259 miles a year.
Has V661 UWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V661 UWL has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on V661 UWL 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 V661 UWL find?
V661 UWL passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2022 with 11 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front outer brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 8 more.

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