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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,595 cc

W228 VKGMOT history

W228 VKG is a silver petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 2 May 2000. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 108,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2023
Mileage
108,886 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,712 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W228 VKG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
2 May 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

W228 VKG was last recorded at 108,886 miles on 29 Jul 2022, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,845 miles · 26 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
4,712 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 108,886 miles
  • 2021 – 100,337 miles
  • 2020 – 92,325 miles
  • 2019 – 78,210 miles
  • 2018 – 77,562 miles
  • 2017 – 75,434 miles
  • 2016 – 73,315 miles
  • 2015 – 69,636 miles
  • 2014 – 67,576 miles
  • 2013 – 65,169 miles
  • 2012 – 62,176 miles
  • 2011 – 57,834 miles
  • 2010 – 53,086 miles
  • 2009 – 48,763 miles
  • 2008 – 43,985 miles
  • 2007 – 36,870 miles
  • 2006 – 31,465 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,886 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front n/s and o/s tyres perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,886 miles (+41)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    108,886 miles
    Test number
    451475865551
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail108,845 miles (+8,508)2 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,845 miles
    Test number
    311078526814
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass100,337 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    100,337 miles
    Test number
    772868147525
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail100,326 miles (+8,001)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,326 miles
    Test number
    399721110418
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Offside & nearside "D" bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass92,325 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    92,325 miles
    Test number
    973555915887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail92,314 miles (+14,104)3 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,314 miles
    Test number
    269566939021
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass78,210 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,210 miles
    Test number
    512840059475
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail78,210 miles (+648)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,210 miles
    Test number
    180304592473
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass77,562 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    77,562 miles
    Test number
    832811864805
    • AdvisoryFront n/s and o/s tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s front and rear discs corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency limit only just met, inspection of brake system recommended

  10. Fail77,557 miles (+2,123)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,557 miles
    Test number
    859568610343
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront n/s and o/s tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s front and rear discs corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency limit only just met, inspection of brake system recommended

  11. Pass75,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,434 miles
    Test number
    830000683943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail75,434 miles (+2,119)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,434 miles
    Test number
    487270787150
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass73,315 miles (+3,679)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    73,315 miles
    Test number
    903949528618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,636 miles (+2,060)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    69,636 miles
    Test number
    935643565015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass67,576 miles (+2,407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    67,576 miles
    Test number
    379682774032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass65,169 miles (+2,993)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    65,169 miles
    Test number
    916460583042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,176 miles (+4,342)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    62,176 miles
    Test number
    957999972013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,834 miles (+4,748)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,834 miles
    Test number
    788273351093
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass53,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    53,086 miles
    Test number
    872046650091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail53,084 miles (+4,321)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,084 miles
    Test number
    944876650038
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

  21. Pass48,763 miles (+4,778)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,763 miles
    Test number
    232689449041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,985 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,985 miles
    Test number
    111347158014
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass43,985 miles (+7,115)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    43,985 miles
    Test number
    740237958065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,870 miles (+5,405)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,870 miles
    Test number
    112637257446
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront and rear number plares slightly discoloured

  25. Pass31,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    31,465 miles
    Test number
    190013656090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W228 VKG

Does W228 VKG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W228 VKG expired on 28 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W228 VKG?
The MOT on W228 VKG expired on 28 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W228 VKG done?
W228 VKG was recorded at 108,886 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2022, an average of 4,712 miles a year.
Has W228 VKG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W228 VKG has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on W228 VKG 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 W228 VKG find?
W228 VKG passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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