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Volkswagen Bora

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T245 DJOMOT history

T245 DJO is a red diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2024 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 78,808 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Nov 2024
Mileage
78,808 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T245 DJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T245 DJO was last recorded at 78,808 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 8,047 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,761 miles · 24 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
8,047 miles
Average per year
2,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,808 miles
  • 2023 – 70,761 miles
  • 2022 – 70,242 miles
  • 2021 – 68,537 miles
  • 2020 – 67,128 miles
  • 2019 – 66,117 miles
  • 2018 – 64,978 miles
  • 2017 – 63,444 miles
  • 2016 – 61,650 miles
  • 2015 – 60,709 miles
  • 2014 – 59,636 miles
  • 2013 – 56,906 miles
  • 2012 – 55,017 miles
  • 2011 – 51,832 miles
  • 2010 – 49,440 miles
  • 2009 – 45,506 miles
  • 2008 – 42,670 miles
  • 2007 – 38,388 miles
  • 2006 – 34,402 miles
  • 2005 – 30,789 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail78,808 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement park brake (1.1.15 (e))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear upper rubber spring seat missing

What MOT failures 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.

  • Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides front rear & centre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail78,808 miles (+8,047)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,808 miles
    Test number
    112382048142
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement park brake (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear upper rubber spring seat missing

  2. Pass70,761 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    70,761 miles
    Test number
    376943027854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail70,754 miles (+512)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,754 miles
    Test number
    267837222793
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongey but has sufficient reserve travel

  4. Pass70,242 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    70,242 miles
    Test number
    812980282581
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides front rear & centre (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail70,230 miles (+1,693)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,230 miles
    Test number
    479072135970
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides front rear & centre (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass68,537 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    68,537 miles
    Test number
    633241407013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail68,512 miles (+1,384)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,512 miles
    Test number
    253908231166
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass67,128 miles (+1,011)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    67,128 miles
    Test number
    561444379883
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front & rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral age related corrosion on front & rear suspension components

  9. Pass66,117 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,117 miles
    Test number
    154280023308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail66,117 miles (+1,139)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,117 miles
    Test number
    597727977909
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass64,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    64,978 miles
    Test number
    883201646743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,965 miles (+1,521)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,965 miles
    Test number
    637981790530
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  13. Pass63,444 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    63,444 miles
    Test number
    925346617863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail63,444 miles (+1,794)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,444 miles
    Test number
    541455270636
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake binding both sides (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass61,650 miles (+941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    61,650 miles
    Test number
    142004744907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass60,709 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    60,709 miles
    Test number
    215718888978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,687 miles (+1,051)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,687 miles
    Test number
    941071392701
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass59,636 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    59,636 miles
    Test number
    309155494213
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Fail59,636 miles (+2,730)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,636 miles
    Test number
    388665094287
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass56,906 miles (+1,889)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,906 miles
    Test number
    915990913343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,017 miles (+3,185)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    55,017 miles
    Test number
    335427492485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,832 miles (+2,392)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    51,832 miles
    Test number
    836386501383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,440 miles (+3,934)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    49,440 miles
    Test number
    193496900315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,506 miles (+2,836)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    45,506 miles
    Test number
    600371209396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,670 miles (+4,282)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    42,670 miles
    Test number
    863472208372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,388 miles (+3,986)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    38,388 miles
    Test number
    211287777482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,402 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,402 miles
    Test number
    204600786180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    30,789 miles
    Test number
    863626675106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T245 DJO

Does T245 DJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T245 DJO expired on 23 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T245 DJO?
The MOT on T245 DJO expired on 23 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T245 DJO done?
T245 DJO was recorded at 78,808 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 2,356 miles a year.
Has T245 DJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T245 DJO has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T245 DJO 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 T245 DJO find?
T245 DJO failed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 3 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 5 more.

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