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Volkswagen Bora

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

V659 NKJMOT history

V659 NKJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 24 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 267,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Nov 2025
Mileage
267,320 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,808 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V659 NKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V659 NKJ was last recorded at 267,320 miles on 26 Nov 2024, 15,731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
251,589 miles · 1 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
15,731 miles
Average per year
10,808 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 267,320 miles
  • 2023 – 251,589 miles
  • 2022 – 233,742 miles
  • 2021 – 221,589 miles
  • 2020 – 210,176 miles
  • 2019 – 193,597 miles
  • 2018 – 188,175 miles
  • 2017 – 181,757 miles
  • 2016 – 176,162 miles
  • 2015 – 170,716 miles
  • 2014 – 162,723 miles
  • 2013 – 155,563 miles
  • 2012 – 148,064 miles
  • 2011 – 141,494 miles
  • 2010 – 132,243 miles
  • 2009 – 119,831 miles
  • 2008 – 101,997 miles
  • 2007 – 86,429 miles
  • 2006 – 66,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass267,320 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass267,320 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    267,320 miles
    Test number
    553154566976
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail267,320 miles (+15,731)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,320 miles
    Test number
    153672934220
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass251,589 miles (+17,847)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    251,589 miles
    Test number
    186500120892
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass233,742 miles (+12,153)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    233,742 miles
    Test number
    964354558256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass221,589 miles (+11,413)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    221,589 miles
    Test number
    612821712655
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass210,176 miles (+16,579)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    210,176 miles
    Test number
    733283785101
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass193,597 miles (+5,422)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    193,597 miles
    Test number
    853924926569
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some under side components

  8. Pass188,175 miles (+6,418)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    188,175 miles
    Test number
    158497634894
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured repeater (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass181,757 miles (+5,595)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    181,757 miles
    Test number
    491670248722
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine shields fitted

  10. Pass176,162 miles (+5,446)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    176,162 miles
    Test number
    892378062533
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass170,716 miles (+7,993)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    170,716 miles
    Test number
    518222335184
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear seat belt stalk case cracked
    • NoteWipers starting to smear

  12. Pass162,723 miles (+7,160)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    162,723 miles
    Test number
    206646134123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass155,563 miles (+7,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    155,563 miles
    Test number
    876345733196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass148,064 miles (+6,570)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    148,064 miles
    Test number
    507677432195
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass141,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    141,494 miles
    Test number
    239595431104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail141,494 miles (+9,251)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,494 miles
    Test number
    657898021183
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass132,243 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    132,243 miles
    Test number
    362765430165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play offside front steering track arm inner joint

  18. Fail132,243 miles (+12,412)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,243 miles
    Test number
    440885230118
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play offside front steering track arm inner joint

  19. Pass119,831 miles (+487)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    119,831 miles
    Test number
    140767439164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail119,344 miles (+17,347)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,344 miles
    Test number
    843150439180
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  21. Fail101,997 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,997 miles
    Test number
    594168238178
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass101,997 miles (+15,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    101,997 miles
    Test number
    622988338155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass86,429 miles (+19,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    86,429 miles
    Test number
    291809637461
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass66,923 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    66,923 miles
    Test number
    370173536126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about V659 NKJ

Does V659 NKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V659 NKJ expired on 30 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V659 NKJ?
The MOT on V659 NKJ expired on 30 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V659 NKJ done?
V659 NKJ was recorded at 267,320 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2024, an average of 10,808 miles a year.
Has V659 NKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V659 NKJ has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on V659 NKJ 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 V659 NKJ find?
V659 NKJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill.

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