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Volkswagen Bora

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,595 cc

LB04 BXFMOT history

LB04 BXF is a black petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 27 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 13 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 118,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Sept 2023
Mileage
118,343 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 BXF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 BXF was last recorded at 118,343 miles on 14 Sept 2022, 5,112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,231 miles · 3 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
5,112 miles
Average per year
5,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 118,343 miles
  • 2021 – 113,231 miles
  • 2019 – 107,678 miles
  • 2018 – 105,097 miles
  • 2017 – 102,091 miles
  • 2016 – 100,170 miles
  • 2015 – 98,162 miles
  • 2014 – 97,524 miles
  • 2013 – 94,653 miles
  • 2012 – 84,890 miles
  • 2011 – 74,336 miles
  • 2010 – 65,689 miles
  • 2009 – 61,660 miles
  • 2008 – 50,630 miles
  • 2007 – 39,505 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,343 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Heavily advised (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion on underbody

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 Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,343 miles (+5,112)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    118,343 miles
    Test number
    432201226693
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Heavily advised (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion on underbody

  2. Pass113,231 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    113,231 miles
    Test number
    643627823881
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail113,231 miles (+5,553)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,231 miles
    Test number
    395989874457
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass107,678 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,678 miles
    Test number
    657133702532
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail107,676 miles (+2,579)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,676 miles
    Test number
    785595579059
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass105,097 miles (+3,006)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    105,097 miles
    Test number
    154927437563
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills and under vehicle covered.

  7. Pass102,091 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    102,091 miles
    Test number
    273928615818
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  8. Fail102,091 miles (+1,921)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,091 miles
    Test number
    323569889885
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass100,170 miles (+2,008)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    100,170 miles
    Test number
    136921161921
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower wishbone rear bushes starting to deteriorate.
    • AdvisoryBoth front sub frame rear bushes starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight lenses in poor condition and patterns slightly blurred.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion under vehicle.

  10. Fail98,162 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,162 miles
    Test number
    148276595157
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteDrivers door stiff to open

  11. Pass98,162 miles (+638)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    98,162 miles
    Test number
    258456495116
    • NoteDrivers door stiff to open

  12. Fail97,524 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,524 miles
    Test number
    129224004204
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass97,524 miles (+2,871)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    97,524 miles
    Test number
    775894604299
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass94,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    94,653 miles
    Test number
    935813103287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail94,653 miles (+9,763)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,653 miles
    Test number
    537157293198
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly out of shape
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly out of shape

  16. Pass84,890 miles (+10,554)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    84,890 miles
    Test number
    329859502223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail74,336 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,336 miles
    Test number
    276257301274
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass74,336 miles (+8,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    74,336 miles
    Test number
    606127701257
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass65,689 miles (+4,029)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    65,689 miles
    Test number
    232347090442
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront anti roll bar bushes deteriorating.
    • NoteFront brake discs corroding on inner faces.

  20. Pass61,660 miles (+11,030)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    61,660 miles
    Test number
    882366719244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,630 miles (+11,125)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    50,630 miles
    Test number
    253232078132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,505 miles (+1,001)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    39,505 miles
    Test number
    721509967118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,504 miles
    Test number
    812004527168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 BXF

Does LB04 BXF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 BXF expired on 13 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 BXF?
The MOT on LB04 BXF expired on 13 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 BXF done?
LB04 BXF was recorded at 118,343 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2022, an average of 5,196 miles a year.
Has LB04 BXF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 BXF has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LB04 BXF 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 LB04 BXF find?
LB04 BXF passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2022 with 5 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement heavily advised; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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