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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,600 cc

LS51 YKEMOT history

LS51 YKE is a silver petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 26 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 36 MOT tests, with 122,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jul 2025
Mileage
122,252 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2024
MOT tests
36
19 passed · 17 failed
Per year
4,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 YKE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 YKE was last recorded at 122,252 miles on 2 Jul 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,252 miles · 1 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 122,252 miles
  • 2023 – 122,223 miles
  • 2022 – 120,321 miles
  • 2021 – 116,382 miles
  • 2020 – 115,331 miles
  • 2019 – 110,870 miles
  • 2018 – 106,223 miles
  • 2017 – 100,913 miles
  • 2016 – 94,363 miles
  • 2015 – 88,567 miles
  • 2014 – 81,600 miles
  • 2013 – 75,477 miles
  • 2012 – 70,456 miles
  • 2011 – 64,946 miles
  • 2010 – 58,987 miles
  • 2009 – 51,352 miles
  • 2008 – 44,056 miles
  • 2007 – 39,044 miles
  • 2006 – 31,665 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,252 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre x2Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also slightly misshaped and cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass122,252 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    122,252 miles
    Test number
    800964428984
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre x2

  2. Fail122,252 miles (+29)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,252 miles
    Test number
    522872682965
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre x2

  3. Pass122,223 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    122,223 miles
    Test number
    641302720175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail122,222 miles (+1,901)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,222 miles
    Test number
    799062190508
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass120,321 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    120,321 miles
    Test number
    910895189985
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre x5 nails
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail120,287 miles (+3,905)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,287 miles
    Test number
    763423263200
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre x5 nails
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass116,382 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    116,382 miles
    Test number
    286980177974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also slightly misshaped and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail116,377 miles (+1,046)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,377 miles
    Test number
    123443180208
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also slightly misshaped and cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass115,331 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,331 miles
    Test number
    842232401082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail115,331 miles5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,331 miles
    Test number
    999769986167
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail115,331 miles (+4,461)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,331 miles
    Test number
    244392635835
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass110,870 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,870 miles
    Test number
    289730878457
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBoot lid wont open sometimes

  13. Fail110,863 miles (+4,640)4 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,863 miles
    Test number
    440505732965
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (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 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))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBoot lid wont open sometimes

  14. Pass106,223 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    106,223 miles
    Test number
    797925654659
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail106,222 miles (+5,309)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,222 miles
    Test number
    964396531105
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass100,913 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    100,913 miles
    Test number
    763589617664
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  17. Fail100,911 miles (+6,548)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,911 miles
    Test number
    818381140860
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  18. Pass94,363 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    94,363 miles
    Test number
    165835946403
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail94,362 miles (+5,795)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,362 miles
    Test number
    953370331587
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass88,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,567 miles
    Test number
    218601195078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail88,567 miles (+6,967)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,567 miles
    Test number
    417051495091
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass81,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    81,600 miles
    Test number
    829433114199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,600 miles (+6,123)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,600 miles
    Test number
    276973114183
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass75,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    75,477 miles
    Test number
    799376103139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail75,477 miles (+5,021)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,477 miles
    Test number
    425266403192
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass70,456 miles (+5,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,456 miles
    Test number
    657705892032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass64,946 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    64,946 miles
    Test number
    479190411143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail64,946 miles (+5,959)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,946 miles
    Test number
    745922601107
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass58,987 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    58,987 miles
    Test number
    701755980048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  30. Fail58,987 miles (+7,635)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,987 miles
    Test number
    853815880095
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  31. Pass51,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    51,352 miles
    Test number
    664632649084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail51,352 miles (+7,296)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,352 miles
    Test number
    674312149027
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass44,056 miles (+5,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    44,056 miles
    Test number
    362882928084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass39,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,044 miles
    Test number
    614937307158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail39,044 miles (+7,379)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,044 miles
    Test number
    171477007109
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  36. Pass31,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    31,665 miles
    Test number
    822769806109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 YKE

Does LS51 YKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 YKE expired on 1 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 YKE?
The MOT on LS51 YKE expired on 1 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 YKE done?
LS51 YKE was recorded at 122,252 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2024, an average of 4,976 miles a year.
Has LS51 YKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 YKE has failed 17 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LS51 YKE 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 LS51 YKE find?
LS51 YKE passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2024 with 3 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated both front; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge; offside front nail in tyre x2.

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