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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y209 JEOMOT history

Y209 JEO is a silver diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 20 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 254,766 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
254,766 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,605 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y209 JEO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y209 JEO was last recorded at 254,766 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 11,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
243,510 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
11,256 miles
Average per year
9,605 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 254,766 miles
  • 2025 – 243,510 miles
  • 2024 – 230,288 miles
  • 2023 – 215,302 miles
  • 2022 – 199,018 miles
  • 2020 – 197,268 miles
  • 2019 – 185,312 miles
  • 2018 – 174,372 miles
  • 2017 – 164,525 miles
  • 2016 – 154,116 miles
  • 2015 – 143,652 miles
  • 2014 – 132,477 miles
  • 2013 – 119,859 miles
  • 2012 – 107,583 miles
  • 2011 – 100,443 miles
  • 2010 – 94,104 miles
  • 2009 – 86,824 miles
  • 2008 – 78,640 miles
  • 2007 – 72,141 miles
  • 2006 – 64,530 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass254,766 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • ALL 4 COIL SPRINGS CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass254,766 miles (+11,256)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    254,766 miles
    Test number
    677333600805
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass243,510 miles (+233)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    243,510 miles
    Test number
    912867099821
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail243,277 miles (+12,989)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,277 miles
    Test number
    965004193373
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass230,288 miles (+94)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    230,288 miles
    Test number
    501636718081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail230,194 miles (+14,892)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,194 miles
    Test number
    377618919632
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass215,302 miles (+16,284)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    215,302 miles
    Test number
    996432808126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass199,018 miles (+1,750)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    199,018 miles
    Test number
    588250189408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass197,268 miles (+11,956)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    197,268 miles
    Test number
    410381954579
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass185,312 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    185,312 miles
    Test number
    553046387285
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shocker top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps slightly misty

  10. Fail185,312 miles (+10,940)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,312 miles
    Test number
    956508819957
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shocker top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps slightly misty

  11. Pass174,372 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    174,372 miles
    Test number
    701260719243
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shocker topmount play

  12. Fail174,372 miles (+9,847)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,372 miles
    Test number
    499248247432
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened warped and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shocker topmount play

  13. Pass164,525 miles (+504)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    164,525 miles
    Test number
    405482129100
    • AdvisoryALL 4 COIL SPRINGS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail164,021 miles (+9,905)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,021 miles
    Test number
    454491504857
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryALL 4 COIL SPRINGS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass154,116 miles (+10,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    154,116 miles
    Test number
    409506735267
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass143,652 miles (+11,175)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    143,652 miles
    Test number
    836883565141
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass132,477 miles (+12,618)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    132,477 miles
    Test number
    967558164199
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront wipers smear slightly

  18. Pass119,859 miles (+12,276)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    119,859 miles
    Test number
    779430463131
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront No. plate damaged

  19. Pass107,583 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    107,583 miles
    Test number
    268469452152
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront reg plate cracked
    • NoteWipers smearing

  20. Fail107,583 miles (+7,140)1 failure5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,583 miles
    Test number
    256848652123
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront reg plate cracked
    • NoteWipers smearing

  21. Pass100,443 miles (+6,339)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    100,443 miles
    Test number
    909072561177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked.
    • NoteFront tyres scrubbing on inner edges.
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteWipers smearing.

  22. Pass94,104 miles (+7,280)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    94,104 miles
    Test number
    304826660126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear number plate distorted

  23. Fail86,824 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,824 miles
    Test number
    134824569121
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

  24. Pass86,824 miles (+8,184)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    86,824 miles
    Test number
    364604169168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass78,640 miles (+158)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    78,640 miles
    Test number
    180860978146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWipers dragging

  26. Fail78,482 miles (+6,341)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,482 miles
    Test number
    240196068484
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWipers dragging

  27. Pass72,141 miles (+7,611)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    72,141 miles
    Test number
    942677867189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass64,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    64,530 miles
    Test number
    861151566104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y209 JEO

Does Y209 JEO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y209 JEO is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y209 JEO?
The MOT on Y209 JEO is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y209 JEO done?
Y209 JEO was recorded at 254,766 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 9,605 miles a year.
Has Y209 JEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y209 JEO has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y209 JEO 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 Y209 JEO find?
Y209 JEO passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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