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Volkswagen Bora

Beige · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

Y896 DDJMOT history

Y896 DDJ is a beige petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 18 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 56,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
56,537 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y896 DDJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y896 DDJ was last recorded at 56,537 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 2,056 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
54,481 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,056 miles
Average per year
1,878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,537 miles
  • 2025 – 54,481 miles
  • 2024 – 53,028 miles
  • 2023 – 51,320 miles
  • 2022 – 44,230 miles
  • 2021 – 43,094 miles
  • 2020 – 42,201 miles
  • 2019 – 41,170 miles
  • 2018 – 39,871 miles
  • 2017 – 38,576 miles
  • 2016 – 37,130 miles
  • 2015 – 35,819 miles
  • 2014 – 34,454 miles
  • 2013 – 32,992 miles
  • 2012 – 31,361 miles
  • 2011 – 29,633 miles
  • 2010 – 28,078 miles
  • 2009 – 26,782 miles
  • 2008 – 25,046 miles
  • 2007 – 21,327 miles
  • 2006 – 18,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,537 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass56,537 miles (+2,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    56,537 miles
    Test number
    699745060475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass54,481 miles (+1,453)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    54,481 miles
    Test number
    934083528556
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass53,028 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    53,028 miles
    Test number
    777261354282
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail53,028 miles (+1,708)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,028 miles
    Test number
    407821726333
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass51,320 miles (+7,090)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    51,320 miles
    Test number
    460272878785
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi outer braiding detached
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass44,230 miles (+1,136)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    44,230 miles
    Test number
    116850220739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass43,094 miles (+893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    43,094 miles
    Test number
    135278558284
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracked on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass42,201 miles (+1,031)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    42,201 miles
    Test number
    335175692744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass41,170 miles (+1,299)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    41,170 miles
    Test number
    811575220775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass39,871 miles (+1,295)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    39,871 miles
    Test number
    778990835138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,576 miles (+1,446)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    38,576 miles
    Test number
    604728472703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,130 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    37,130 miles
    Test number
    645316279735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    35,819 miles
    Test number
    515921185135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail35,819 miles (+1,365)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,819 miles
    Test number
    257291785158
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass34,454 miles (+1,462)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    34,454 miles
    Test number
    697828484183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,992 miles (+1,631)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,992 miles
    Test number
    179203763172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,361 miles (+1,728)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    31,361 miles
    Test number
    249127132498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,633 miles (+1,555)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2012
    Odometer
    29,633 miles
    Test number
    299593301447
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine management light on.

  19. Pass28,078 miles (+1,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    28,078 miles
    Test number
    712908210167
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass26,782 miles (+1,736)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    26,782 miles
    Test number
    723057019196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,046 miles (+3,719)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    25,046 miles
    Test number
    373102918150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,327 miles (+2,588)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    21,327 miles
    Test number
    212242727410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    18,739 miles
    Test number
    731862426131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y896 DDJ

Does Y896 DDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y896 DDJ is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y896 DDJ?
The MOT on Y896 DDJ is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y896 DDJ done?
Y896 DDJ was recorded at 56,537 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 1,878 miles a year.
Has Y896 DDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y896 DDJ has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on Y896 DDJ 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 Y896 DDJ find?
Y896 DDJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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