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Volkswagen Bora

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,600 cc

Y885 SJBMOT history

Y885 SJB is a blue petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 8 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 116,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2024
Mileage
116,456 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y885 SJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y885 SJB was last recorded at 116,456 miles on 13 Oct 2023, 4,645 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,811 miles · 17 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
4,645 miles
Average per year
4,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 116,456 miles
  • 2022 – 111,811 miles
  • 2021 – 106,243 miles
  • 2020 – 102,692 miles
  • 2018 – 93,510 miles
  • 2017 – 89,364 miles
  • 2016 – 86,067 miles
  • 2014 – 82,757 miles
  • 2013 – 78,743 miles
  • 2012 – 75,866 miles
  • 2011 – 71,433 miles
  • 2010 – 67,301 miles
  • 2009 – 61,951 miles
  • 2008 – 56,276 miles
  • 2007 – 50,388 miles
  • 2006 – 43,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,456 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm and wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm and wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    116,456 miles
    Test number
    203758358913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail116,456 miles (+4,645)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,456 miles
    Test number
    203584373449
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass111,811 miles (+5,568)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    111,811 miles
    Test number
    403599388397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass106,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    106,243 miles
    Test number
    698578284654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail106,243 miles (+3,551)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,243 miles
    Test number
    600651309169
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,692 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    102,692 miles
    Test number
    889860084649
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear unable to test rear seat belts due to back seats full

  7. Fail102,692 miles (+9,182)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,692 miles
    Test number
    972868172442
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailer arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailer arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear unable to test rear seat belts due to back seats full

  8. Pass93,510 miles (+4,146)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    93,510 miles
    Test number
    268708727375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,364 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    89,364 miles
    Test number
    441561263457
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail89,364 miles (+3,297)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,364 miles
    Test number
    138820146775
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass86,067 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    86,067 miles
    Test number
    583817448974
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Fail86,067 miles (+3,310)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,067 miles
    Test number
    900792536089
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass82,757 miles (+4,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    82,757 miles
    Test number
    229751134211
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass78,743 miles (+2,877)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    78,743 miles
    Test number
    917093833234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass75,866 miles (+7)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    75,866 miles
    Test number
    187282342210
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteHas damage to N/S outer sill

  16. Fail75,859 miles (+4,426)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,859 miles
    Test number
    687781842243
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteHas damage to N/S outer sill

  17. Pass71,433 miles (+4,132)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    71,433 miles
    Test number
    719988681090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteInner side wall damage to nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear number plate slightly disfigured

  18. Pass67,301 miles (+5,350)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    67,301 miles
    Test number
    370852900189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,951 miles (+5,675)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    61,951 miles
    Test number
    430154709124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,276 miles (+5,888)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    56,276 miles
    Test number
    372826888026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,388 miles (+6,610)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    50,388 miles
    Test number
    931681287063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    43,778 miles
    Test number
    540780996080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y885 SJB

Does Y885 SJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y885 SJB expired on 16 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y885 SJB?
The MOT on Y885 SJB expired on 16 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y885 SJB done?
Y885 SJB was recorded at 116,456 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2023, an average of 4,145 miles a year.
Has Y885 SJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y885 SJB has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on Y885 SJB 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 Y885 SJB find?
Y885 SJB passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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