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Volkswagen Bora

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y874 OTLMOT history

Y874 OTL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 8 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 May 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 144,346 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 May 2024
Mileage
144,346 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,398 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y874 OTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 May 2024
Latest MOT test
25 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y874 OTL was last recorded at 144,346 miles on 25 May 2023, 3,738 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,608 miles · 29 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
3,738 miles
Average per year
5,398 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 144,346 miles
  • 2021 – 140,608 miles
  • 2020 – 136,852 miles
  • 2019 – 131,658 miles
  • 2018 – 126,656 miles
  • 2017 – 120,673 miles
  • 2016 – 115,646 miles
  • 2015 – 114,140 miles
  • 2014 – 109,174 miles
  • 2013 – 102,369 miles
  • 2012 – 91,967 miles
  • 2011 – 85,458 miles
  • 2010 – 78,998 miles
  • 2008 – 69,158 miles
  • 2007 – 60,832 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,346 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Both nearside tyres over ten years old

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed Cannot be opened from inside

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,346 miles (+3,738)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    144,346 miles
    Test number
    189471982278
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass140,608 miles (+127)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    140,608 miles
    Test number
    315438045270
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed Cannot be opened from inside (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside tyres over ten years old

  3. Fail140,481 miles (+3,629)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,481 miles
    Test number
    704396296105
    • MajorEmissions not tested Readigns off scale (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering component leaking Leaking fluid from rack end (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre cracking badly in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed Cannot be opened from inside (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside tyres over ten years old
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass136,852 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    136,852 miles
    Test number
    508775221524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail136,797 miles (+5,139)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,797 miles
    Test number
    503799721906
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety power steering leaking at nearside (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass131,658 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    131,658 miles
    Test number
    447472807173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail131,649 miles (+4,993)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,649 miles
    Test number
    841970124787
    • MajorEmissions not tested Readings off scale (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Lamp out put very poor (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass126,656 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    126,656 miles
    Test number
    744769657960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail126,571 miles (+5,898)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,571 miles
    Test number
    751965064719
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking Fluid leak from brake caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested Due to blowing exhaust pipe (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Blowing at front joint (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding Very slightly (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

  10. Pass120,673 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    120,673 miles
    Test number
    999529669028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail120,653 miles (+5,007)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,653 miles
    Test number
    956048789408
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass115,646 miles (+1,506)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    115,646 miles
    Test number
    181782617647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass114,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    114,140 miles
    Test number
    875539215162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail114,140 miles (+4,966)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,140 miles
    Test number
    245578215476
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

  15. Pass109,174 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    109,174 miles
    Test number
    119247154040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail109,172 miles (+6,803)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,172 miles
    Test number
    245075054077
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass102,369 miles (+10,402)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    102,369 miles
    Test number
    376658753013
    • 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 suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteEngine light on in vehicle
    • NoteO/s / n/s headlamp light output slightly reduced

  18. Pass91,967 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    91,967 miles
    Test number
    157172262074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail91,960 miles (+6,502)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,960 miles
    Test number
    359579352011
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteEngine light on

  20. Pass85,458 miles (+6,460)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    85,458 miles
    Test number
    926158431032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    78,998 miles
    Test number
    590537440029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail78,998 miles (+15)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,998 miles
    Test number
    241287040059
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Fail78,983 miles (+9,825)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,983 miles
    Test number
    831232520073
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  24. Pass69,158 miles (+8,326)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    69,158 miles
    Test number
    924770158304
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass60,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    60,832 miles
    Test number
    441718937408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y874 OTL

Does Y874 OTL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y874 OTL expired on 24 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y874 OTL?
The MOT on Y874 OTL expired on 24 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y874 OTL done?
Y874 OTL was recorded at 144,346 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2023, an average of 5,398 miles a year.
Has Y874 OTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y874 OTL has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on Y874 OTL 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 Y874 OTL find?
Y874 OTL passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2023 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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