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Volkswagen Bora

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y47 DRUMOT history

Y47 DRU is a red diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 146,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Apr 2023
Mileage
146,075 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y47 DRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y47 DRU was last recorded at 146,075 miles on 2 Apr 2022, 6,504 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Oct 2012: 110,977 miles, lower than 130,188 miles on 15 Oct 2011.

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
139,571 miles · 29 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
6,504 miles
Average per year
6,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 146,075 miles
  • 2020 – 139,571 miles
  • 2019 – 136,226 miles
  • 2018 – 132,788 miles
  • 2017 – 129,054 miles
  • 2016 – 125,941 miles
  • 2015 – 120,018 miles
  • 2014 – 117,062 miles
  • 2013 – 114,052 miles
  • 2012 – 110,977 miles
  • 2011 – 130,188 miles
  • 2010 – 112,774 miles
  • 2009 – 99,613 miles
  • 2008 – 92,766 miles
  • 2007 – 82,712 miles
  • 2006 – 59,633 miles
  • 2005 – 35,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,075 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    146,075 miles
    Test number
    222444554143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail146,075 miles (+6,504)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,075 miles
    Test number
    311322964427
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass139,571 miles (+3,345)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    139,571 miles
    Test number
    428034547663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass136,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    136,226 miles
    Test number
    598255706294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail136,226 miles (+3,438)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,226 miles
    Test number
    226186087309
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass132,788 miles (+3,734)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    132,788 miles
    Test number
    240959740095
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass129,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    129,054 miles
    Test number
    253109327899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail129,054 miles (+3,113)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,054 miles
    Test number
    985359605516
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  9. Pass125,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    125,941 miles
    Test number
    193243777298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail125,941 miles (+5,923)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,941 miles
    Test number
    825936255087
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass120,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    120,018 miles
    Test number
    876192033160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail120,018 miles (+2,956)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,018 miles
    Test number
    855636021088
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  13. Fail117,062 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,062 miles
    Test number
    106620604395
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  14. Pass117,062 miles (+3,010)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    117,062 miles
    Test number
    496030304474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass114,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    114,052 miles
    Test number
    866683203349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail114,052 miles (+3,075)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,052 miles
    Test number
    249928393207
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass110,977 miles (-19,211)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    110,977 miles
    Test number
    308986892434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass130,188 miles (+132)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    130,188 miles
    Test number
    476108081241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r tyre tread steped

  19. Fail130,056 miles (+17,282)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,056 miles
    Test number
    916584481244
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside track rod end dust sill split

  20. Pass112,774 miles (+13,161)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    112,774 miles
    Test number
    364838600260
    • NoteO/s head lamp manual adjuster broken
    • NoteRear main axle bushes slightly worn
    • NoteRear silencer half supported

  21. Pass99,613 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    99,613 miles
    Test number
    183402619228
    • 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. Fail99,613 miles (+6,847)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,613 miles
    Test number
    210922519225
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • 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. Pass92,766 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    92,766 miles
    Test number
    851335308336
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  24. Fail92,766 miles (+10,054)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,766 miles
    Test number
    483715508319
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass82,712 miles (+23,079)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    82,712 miles
    Test number
    294721817308
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth rear suspension beam bushes in poor condition

  26. Pass59,633 miles (+24,445)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    59,633 miles
    Test number
    361167416384
    • NoteFront tyres worn on outer edges

  27. Pass35,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    35,188 miles
    Test number
    353506215316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y47 DRU

Does Y47 DRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y47 DRU expired on 1 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y47 DRU?
The MOT on Y47 DRU expired on 1 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y47 DRU done?
Y47 DRU was recorded at 146,075 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2022, an average of 6,767 miles a year.
Has Y47 DRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y47 DRU has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on Y47 DRU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y47 DRU find?
Y47 DRU passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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