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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,324 cc

LB04 DPFMOT history

LB04 DPF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 42,931 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2026
Mileage
42,931 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2025
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 DPF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 DPF was last recorded at 42,931 miles on 28 Jul 2025, 6,762 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
36,169 miles · 29 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
6,762 miles
Average per year
1,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 42,931 miles
  • 2024 – 36,169 miles
  • 2023 – 35,387 miles
  • 2022 – 35,161 miles
  • 2021 – 34,641 miles
  • 2020 – 34,150 miles
  • 2019 – 32,582 miles
  • 2018 – 30,878 miles
  • 2017 – 29,898 miles
  • 2016 – 28,470 miles
  • 2015 – 27,178 miles
  • 2014 – 25,694 miles
  • 2013 – 23,729 miles
  • 2012 – 21,466 miles
  • 2011 – 19,409 miles
  • 2010 – 17,110 miles
  • 2009 – 14,765 miles
  • 2008 – 12,060 miles
  • 2007 – 9,067 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,931 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Body not fully secure rear bumper slightly damaged (6.2.2 (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,931 miles (+6,762)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    42,931 miles
    Test number
    892557577601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Body not fully secure rear bumper slightly damaged (6.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass36,169 miles (+782)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    36,169 miles
    Test number
    248346621051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront lower bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch lining insecure and damaged

  3. Pass35,387 miles (+226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    35,387 miles
    Test number
    789941385578
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass35,161 miles (+520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    35,161 miles
    Test number
    200522709193
    • AdvisoryFront Lower spoiler damage
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass34,641 miles (+491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    34,641 miles
    Test number
    440303177087
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass34,150 miles (+1,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    34,150 miles
    Test number
    345658824760
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking

  7. Pass32,582 miles (+1,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    32,582 miles
    Test number
    664757143629
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass30,878 miles (+980)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    30,878 miles
    Test number
    161750371984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass29,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    29,898 miles
    Test number
    691347966658
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt weep of grease at small end but no visible hole or split (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Fail29,898 miles (+1,428)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,898 miles
    Test number
    573180763017
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt weep of grease at small end but no visible hole or split (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass28,470 miles (+1,292)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    28,470 miles
    Test number
    945011847964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass27,178 miles (+1,484)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    27,178 miles
    Test number
    905110405140
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass25,694 miles (+1,965)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    25,694 miles
    Test number
    568329094037
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass23,729 miles (+2,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    23,729 miles
    Test number
    499437803188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass21,466 miles (+2,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    21,466 miles
    Test number
    539909702158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass19,409 miles (+2,299)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    19,409 miles
    Test number
    848838491018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,110 miles (+2,345)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    17,110 miles
    Test number
    294362510431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,765 miles (+2,705)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    14,765 miles
    Test number
    132762219168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    12,060 miles
    Test number
    914772418179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail12,060 miles (+2,993)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,060 miles
    Test number
    611282018188
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

  21. Pass9,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    9,067 miles
    Test number
    471174317184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 DPF

Does LB04 DPF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 DPF expired on 30 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 DPF?
The MOT on LB04 DPF expired on 30 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 DPF done?
LB04 DPF was recorded at 42,931 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2025, an average of 1,854 miles a year.
Has LB04 DPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 DPF has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on LB04 DPF 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 DPF find?
LB04 DPF passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear body not fully secure rear bumper slightly damaged.

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