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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LB03 CVUMOT history

LB03 CVU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 18 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 88,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2023
Mileage
88,824 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,614 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 CVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 CVU was last recorded at 88,824 miles on 25 Mar 2022, 6,669 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,155 miles · 30 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
6,669 miles
Average per year
4,614 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 88,824 miles
  • 2021 – 82,155 miles
  • 2018 – 81,327 miles
  • 2017 – 78,684 miles
  • 2015 – 75,391 miles
  • 2014 – 68,104 miles
  • 2013 – 59,962 miles
  • 2012 – 51,094 miles
  • 2011 – 39,920 miles
  • 2010 – 28,262 miles
  • 2009 – 25,059 miles
  • 2008 – 22,565 miles
  • 2007 – 19,268 miles
  • 2006 – 15,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,824 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Wipers smearing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Emissions near limit,fast idle erratic

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake imbalance

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • O/s/f tyre on limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Underbody suspension/subframes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,824 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,824 miles
    Test number
    880814343168
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail88,823 miles (+6,668)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,823 miles
    Test number
    215996952196
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    82,155 miles
    Test number
    379503554094
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  4. Fail82,155 miles (+828)1 dangerous2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,155 miles
    Test number
    415875705051
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  5. Pass81,327 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,327 miles
    Test number
    355967134443
    • AdvisoryEmissions near limit,fast idle erratic
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre on limit
    • AdvisoryUnderbody suspension/subframes corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  6. Fail81,317 miles (+2,633)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,317 miles
    Test number
    335634217684
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced o/s discoloured/no pattern (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced discoloured/no pattern (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmissions near limit,fast idle erratic
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre on limit
    • AdvisoryUnderbody suspension/subframes corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  7. Pass78,684 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    78,684 miles
    Test number
    311800318913
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps poor patterns
    • AdvisoryManagement light on
    • AdvisoryUnable to accurately test emissions due to blow
    • AdvisoryUnderbody/brakes surface corrosion,stood up long term
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  8. Fail78,683 miles (+3,292)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,683 miles
    Test number
    239312511234
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi area (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps poor patterns
    • AdvisoryManagement light on
    • AdvisoryUnable to accurately test emissions due to blow
    • AdvisoryUnderbody/brakes surface corrosion,stood up long term
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  9. Pass75,391 miles (+7,287)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    75,391 miles
    Test number
    497802765183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,104 miles (+8,142)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    68,104 miles
    Test number
    968726654153
    • NoteCorrosion on front and rear coil springs
    • NoteWiper blades smearing

  11. Pass59,962 miles (+8,868)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,962 miles
    Test number
    285851173116
    • NoteAdvise corrosion on front and rear coil springs
    • NoteAdvise minor cracking in front suspension arm rear bushes

  12. Pass51,094 miles (+11,174)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,094 miles
    Test number
    259798772457
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCenter exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteFront wipers poor condition

  13. Pass39,920 miles (+11,658)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,920 miles
    Test number
    918156331197
    • NoteOffside front tyre low on tread

  14. Pass28,262 miles (+3,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    28,262 miles
    Test number
    862263560198
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass25,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    25,059 miles
    Test number
    240492049143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail25,059 miles (+2,494)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,059 miles
    Test number
    300672349121
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass22,565 miles (+3,297)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    22,565 miles
    Test number
    123380248128
    • 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)

  18. Pass19,268 miles (+3,353)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    19,268 miles
    Test number
    110523947116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,915 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    15,915 miles
    Test number
    734806256151
    • NoteO/s wiper smearing.rear brake imbalance

Questions about LB03 CVU

Does LB03 CVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 CVU expired on 29 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 CVU?
The MOT on LB03 CVU expired on 29 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 CVU done?
LB03 CVU was recorded at 88,824 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2022, an average of 4,614 miles a year.
Has LB03 CVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 CVU has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB03 CVU 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 LB03 CVU find?
LB03 CVU passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2022 with 1 advisory: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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