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Volkswagen Bora

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,595 cc

LB05 OEFMOT history

LB05 OEF is a red petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 22 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 135,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Dec 2026
Mileage
135,206 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 OEF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 OEF was last recorded at 135,206 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 7,075 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,131 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,075 miles
Average per year
5,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,206 miles
  • 2024 – 128,131 miles
  • 2023 – 120,102 miles
  • 2022 – 113,493 miles
  • 2021 – 106,238 miles
  • 2020 – 99,874 miles
  • 2019 – 94,750 miles
  • 2018 – 86,718 miles
  • 2017 – 81,095 miles
  • 2016 – 77,796 miles
  • 2015 – 73,578 miles
  • 2014 – 68,093 miles
  • 2013 – 61,769 miles
  • 2012 – 57,710 miles
  • 2011 – 55,349 miles
  • 2010 – 50,677 miles
  • 2009 – 41,575 miles
  • 2008 – 34,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,206 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,206 miles (+7,075)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    135,206 miles
    Test number
    471869688849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass128,131 miles (+8,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    128,131 miles
    Test number
    538500335420
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass120,102 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    120,102 miles
    Test number
    479158873549
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail120,102 miles (+6,609)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,102 miles
    Test number
    533587497588
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass113,493 miles (+93)5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    113,493 miles
    Test number
    350044495611
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail113,400 miles (+7,162)8 major5 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,400 miles
    Test number
    458285988207
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass106,238 miles (+6,364)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    106,238 miles
    Test number
    678679042179
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass99,874 miles (+5,124)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    99,874 miles
    Test number
    158666926199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass94,750 miles (+8,032)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,750 miles
    Test number
    530265079610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass86,718 miles (+5,623)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    86,718 miles
    Test number
    788871601789
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass81,095 miles (+3,299)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    81,095 miles
    Test number
    196136390046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 195/65/15
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass77,796 miles (+4,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    77,796 miles
    Test number
    440017639318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass73,578 miles (+5,485)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    73,578 miles
    Test number
    105381590952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay nearside and offside front inner rackends

  14. Pass68,093 miles (+6,324)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    68,093 miles
    Test number
    385447414329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder
    • NotePart of engine cover is insceure and was wedged inbetween exhaust manifold and radiator

  15. Pass61,769 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    61,769 miles
    Test number
    485895513475
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail61,769 miles (+4,059)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,769 miles
    Test number
    409865813367
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass57,710 miles (+2,361)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    57,710 miles
    Test number
    496499712465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass55,349 miles (+4,672)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    55,349 miles
    Test number
    313810512352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  19. Pass50,677 miles (+9,102)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    50,677 miles
    Test number
    643698620390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,575 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    41,575 miles
    Test number
    641451349357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Fail41,575 miles (+6,915)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,575 miles
    Test number
    851851849357
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass34,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    34,660 miles
    Test number
    360081638252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 OEF

Does LB05 OEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 OEF is valid until 6 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 OEF?
The MOT on LB05 OEF is valid until 6 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 OEF done?
LB05 OEF was recorded at 135,206 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 5,815 miles a year.
Has LB05 OEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 OEF has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 OEF 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 LB05 OEF find?
LB05 OEF passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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