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Volkswagen Bora

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y242 ERAMOT history

Y242 ERA is a red petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 1 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 94,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jan 2026
Mileage
94,109 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 ERA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 ERA was last recorded at 94,109 miles on 11 Jan 2025, 11,483 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,626 miles · 15 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
11,483 miles
Average per year
3,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,109 miles
  • 2024 – 82,626 miles
  • 2022 – 74,090 miles
  • 2021 – 68,667 miles
  • 2020 – 60,058 miles
  • 2019 – 52,214 miles
  • 2018 – 48,986 miles
  • 2017 – 47,203 miles
  • 2016 – 45,625 miles
  • 2015 – 43,573 miles
  • 2014 – 40,643 miles
  • 2013 – 37,810 miles
  • 2012 – 37,218 miles
  • 2011 – 35,164 miles
  • 2010 – 32,987 miles
  • 2009 – 30,638 miles
  • 2008 – 28,052 miles
  • 2007 – 24,869 miles
  • 2006 – 23,204 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,109 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Corrosion to exhaust system

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,109 miles (+11,483)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    94,109 miles
    Test number
    918308359976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,626 miles (+8,536)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    82,626 miles
    Test number
    935600710005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass74,090 miles (+40)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    74,090 miles
    Test number
    884958091989
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryOil residue on the engine
    • AdvisorySmall damage to n/s sill

  4. Fail74,050 miles (+5,383)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,050 miles
    Test number
    419811783806
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryOil residue on the engine
    • AdvisorySmall damage to n/s sill

  5. Pass68,667 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    68,667 miles
    Test number
    662994096579
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail68,632 miles (+8,574)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,632 miles
    Test number
    359669467674
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  7. Pass60,058 miles (+7,844)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    60,058 miles
    Test number
    467986664428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass52,214 miles (+1,043)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    52,214 miles
    Test number
    377743890877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,171 miles (+2,185)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    51,171 miles
    Test number
    824523052179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,986 miles (+1,783)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    48,986 miles
    Test number
    925185696517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,203 miles (+1,578)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    47,203 miles
    Test number
    912150569815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,625 miles (+2,052)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    45,625 miles
    Test number
    944777542342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,573 miles (+2,930)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    43,573 miles
    Test number
    827665105048
    • NoteEng light on

  14. Pass40,643 miles (+2,833)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    40,643 miles
    Test number
    447262504042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,810 miles (+592)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    37,810 miles
    Test number
    518308903056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,218 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,218 miles
    Test number
    226273542430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded

  17. Fail37,218 miles (+2,054)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,218 miles
    Test number
    917673242133
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded

  18. Fail35,164 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,164 miles
    Test number
    247076831158
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded on inner faces.

  19. Pass35,164 miles (+2,177)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    35,164 miles
    Test number
    995806231153
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded on inner faces.

  20. Pass32,987 miles (+2,349)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,987 miles
    Test number
    114175940141
    • NoteSlight fraying on o/side front seatbelt

  21. Pass30,638 miles (+2,586)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    30,638 miles
    Test number
    254761649431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,052 miles (+3,183)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,052 miles
    Test number
    590753438130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,869 miles
    Test number
    953672827157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail24,868 miles (+1,664)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,868 miles
    Test number
    163892327159
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteSlight fraying on edge of o/side front seatbelt

  25. Pass23,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    23,204 miles
    Test number
    772612546138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y242 ERA

Does Y242 ERA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y242 ERA expired on 14 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y242 ERA?
The MOT on Y242 ERA expired on 14 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y242 ERA done?
Y242 ERA was recorded at 94,109 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2025, an average of 3,804 miles a year.
Has Y242 ERA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 ERA has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on Y242 ERA 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 Y242 ERA find?
Y242 ERA passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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