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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y297 JDUMOT history

Y297 JDU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 3 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2025 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 214,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2025
Mileage
214,690 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y297 JDU
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
3 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y297 JDU was last recorded at 214,690 miles on 27 Mar 2025, 3,493 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,197 miles · 27 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
3,493 miles
Average per year
6,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 214,690 miles
  • 2024 – 211,197 miles
  • 2021 – 202,934 miles
  • 2020 – 200,716 miles
  • 2017 – 199,932 miles
  • 2016 – 197,264 miles
  • 2015 – 190,002 miles
  • 2014 – 183,506 miles
  • 2013 – 174,634 miles
  • 2012 – 166,128 miles
  • 2011 – 159,329 miles
  • 2010 – 145,245 miles
  • 2009 – 122,350 miles
  • 2008 – 110,348 miles
  • 2007 – 93,860 miles
  • 2006 – 82,213 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail214,690 miles
  • DangerousFront Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated holed (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure hanging on axle (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront oil leaks engine
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Front slight leak at steering rack
  • AdvisoryMan light not visible pre 2008

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear-most bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear-most bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine underside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside front coil spring not seated correctly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front grille loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail214,690 miles (+3,493)1 dangerous15 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,690 miles
    Test number
    700418143664
    • DangerousFront Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated holed (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure hanging on axle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront oil leaks engine
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight leak at steering rack
    • AdvisoryMan light not visible pre 2008
  2. Pass211,197 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    211,197 miles
    Test number
    898467307556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear-most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear-most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front coil spring not seated correctly
  3. Fail211,174 miles (+8,240)14 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,174 miles
    Test number
    120283040880
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to major leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure nearside + offside (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt damaged (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective leaves streak + slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear-most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear-most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heatshield not fully secure
    • AdvisoryNearside front coil spring not seated correctly
  4. Pass202,934 miles (+13)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    202,934 miles
    Test number
    383910967938
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust sleeve corroded
    • AdvisoryFront grille loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring not mounted correctly
    • AdvisoryNearside sill cover fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill cover fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryToo much oil in engine
  5. Fail202,921 miles (+2,205)1 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,921 miles
    Test number
    798793693313
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested offside front bearing loose (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront grille loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring not mounted correctly
    • AdvisoryNearside sill cover fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill cover fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryToo much oil in engine
  6. Pass200,716 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    200,716 miles
    Test number
    425372349216
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail200,713 miles (+781)5 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,713 miles
    Test number
    482970721600
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Footbrake (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Cannot access fuel cap (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass199,932 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    199,932 miles
    Test number
    950037384861
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 21% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  9. Fail199,871 miles (+2,607)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,871 miles
    Test number
    613574208460
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 21% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  10. Pass197,264 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    197,264 miles
    Test number
    950730800682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail197,251 miles (+7,249)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,251 miles
    Test number
    523424269531
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass190,002 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    190,002 miles
    Test number
    915431945038
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Fail189,981 miles (+6,475)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,981 miles
    Test number
    155320645401
    • FailureOffside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass183,506 miles (+93)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    183,506 miles
    Test number
    195543244407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Fail183,413 miles (+8,779)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,413 miles
    Test number
    198287734465
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass174,634 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    174,634 miles
    Test number
    306274843007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail174,546 miles (+8,418)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,546 miles
    Test number
    287377533014
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  18. Pass166,128 miles (+6,799)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    166,128 miles
    Test number
    927821842096
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on outer edge.
  19. Pass159,329 miles (+195)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    159,329 miles
    Test number
    858469341040
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAir conditioning leaking at condenser unit.
  20. Fail159,134 miles (+13,889)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,134 miles
    Test number
    607698131061
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAir conditioning leaking at condenser unit.
  21. Pass145,245 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    145,245 miles
    Test number
    161884830445
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  22. Fail145,245 miles (+22,895)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,245 miles
    Test number
    243084830002
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  23. Pass122,350 miles (+12,002)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    122,350 miles
    Test number
    504519049081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass110,348 miles (+16,488)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    110,348 miles
    Test number
    681980868064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass93,860 miles (+11,647)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    93,860 miles
    Test number
    484504357082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass82,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    82,213 miles
    Test number
    450533336035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y297 JDU

Does Y297 JDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y297 JDU expired on 26 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y297 JDU?
The MOT on Y297 JDU expired on 26 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y297 JDU done?
Y297 JDU was recorded at 214,690 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2025, an average of 6,919 miles a year.
Has Y297 JDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y297 JDU has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y297 JDU 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 Y297 JDU find?
Y297 JDU failed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 15 major defects and 4 advisories: front bumper likely to become detached; nearside front floor excessively deteriorated holed; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 17 more.

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