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Volkswagen Bora

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T252 YNUMOT history

T252 YNU is a red petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 134,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
134,004 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T252 YNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T252 YNU was last recorded at 134,004 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jul 2023: 121,670 miles, lower than 121,699 miles on 28 Jun 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
134,004 miles · 28 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,004 miles
  • 2025 – 130,193 miles
  • 2024 – 125,090 miles
  • 2023 – 121,670 miles
  • 2022 – 115,577 miles
  • 2021 – 101,499 miles
  • 2020 – 92,958 miles
  • 2019 – 89,344 miles
  • 2018 – 84,356 miles
  • 2017 – 81,312 miles
  • 2016 – 76,149 miles
  • 2015 – 75,465 miles
  • 2014 – 74,613 miles
  • 2013 – 73,626 miles
  • 2012 – 72,559 miles
  • 2011 – 71,100 miles
  • 2010 – 69,119 miles
  • 2009 – 66,045 miles
  • 2008 – 60,772 miles
  • 2007 – 54,581 miles
  • 2006 – 48,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,004 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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.

  • Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps headlamp flash not working

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front side light dim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front wing damaged holed and corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear exhaust outer cover deteriated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,004 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    134,004 miles
    Test number
    922839394632
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail134,004 miles (+3,811)1 dangerous1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,004 miles
    Test number
    554878429857
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass130,193 miles (+5,103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    130,193 miles
    Test number
    696476973917
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  4. Pass125,090 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    125,090 miles
    Test number
    216816130639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail125,089 miles (+3,419)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,089 miles
    Test number
    126487587215
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing holed and corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass121,670 miles (-29)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    121,670 miles
    Test number
    936123436771
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps headlamp flash not working (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front side light dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing damaged holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust outer cover deteriated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail121,699 miles (+6,122)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,699 miles
    Test number
    133513396804
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of an obligatory external mirror (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps headlamp flash not working (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front side light dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing damaged holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust outer cover deteriated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass115,577 miles (+14,078)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    115,577 miles
    Test number
    139644588240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,499 miles (+8,541)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    101,499 miles
    Test number
    228218076648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,958 miles (+3,614)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    92,958 miles
    Test number
    252405535984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass89,344 miles (+4,988)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    89,344 miles
    Test number
    129580199875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,356 miles (+3,044)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    84,356 miles
    Test number
    917969131635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,312 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    81,312 miles
    Test number
    366910406177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted.

  14. Fail81,312 miles (+5,163)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,312 miles
    Test number
    792244126551
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted.

  15. Pass76,149 miles (+684)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    76,149 miles
    Test number
    882274054868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,465 miles (+852)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    75,465 miles
    Test number
    297595565045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,613 miles (+987)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    74,613 miles
    Test number
    149629564497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,626 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,626 miles
    Test number
    119187163403
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass73,626 miles (+1,067)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    73,626 miles
    Test number
    866337963098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,559 miles (+1,459)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    72,559 miles
    Test number
    979508562085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,100 miles (+1,981)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    71,100 miles
    Test number
    609479551039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass69,119 miles (+3,074)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    69,119 miles
    Test number
    971671560060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail66,045 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,045 miles
    Test number
    291262669092
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass66,045 miles (+5,273)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    66,045 miles
    Test number
    571762969093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,772 miles (+6,191)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    60,772 miles
    Test number
    292913368009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,581 miles (+6,198)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    54,581 miles
    Test number
    232675067011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    48,383 miles
    Test number
    452583776058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T252 YNU

Does T252 YNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T252 YNU is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T252 YNU?
The MOT on T252 YNU is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T252 YNU done?
T252 YNU was recorded at 134,004 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 4,202 miles a year.
Has T252 YNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T252 YNU has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T252 YNU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jul 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T252 YNU find?
T252 YNU passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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