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Volkswagen Bora

Green · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LB05 VYMMOT history

LB05 VYM is a green diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 18 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Nov 2025 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 113,083 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Nov 2025
Mileage
113,083 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2024
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 VYM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 VYM was last recorded at 113,083 miles on 23 Oct 2024, 3,311 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,772 miles · 8 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3,311 miles
Average per year
5,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 113,083 miles
  • 2023 – 109,772 miles
  • 2022 – 106,622 miles
  • 2021 – 103,322 miles
  • 2020 – 100,460 miles
  • 2019 – 94,959 miles
  • 2018 – 88,701 miles
  • 2017 – 82,867 miles
  • 2016 – 78,884 miles
  • 2015 – 72,234 miles
  • 2014 – 65,454 miles
  • 2013 – 58,627 miles
  • 2012 – 51,282 miles
  • 2011 – 44,545 miles
  • 2010 – 37,320 miles
  • 2009 – 31,460 miles
  • 2008 – 24,585 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,083 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Coolant level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    113,083 miles
    Test number
    777190389407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail113,082 miles (+3,310)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,082 miles
    Test number
    313027460343
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass109,772 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    109,772 miles
    Test number
    436387898259
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Low pressure

  4. Fail109,772 miles (+6)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,772 miles
    Test number
    257423448364
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Low pressure

  5. Fail109,766 miles (+22)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,766 miles
    Test number
    556793578540
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail109,744 miles (+3,122)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,744 miles
    Test number
    570443189605
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp lens fades and image only just met the criteria
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp lens fades and image only just met the criteria
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass106,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    106,622 miles
    Test number
    248327970132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail106,622 miles (+3,300)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,622 miles
    Test number
    422313027437
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass103,322 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    103,322 miles
    Test number
    142071176823
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Fail103,322 miles (+2,862)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,322 miles
    Test number
    480808378796
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass100,460 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    100,460 miles
    Test number
    285055856156
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail100,459 miles (+5,500)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,459 miles
    Test number
    762360322852
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass94,959 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    94,959 miles
    Test number
    185280361176
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Fail94,959 miles1 repaired3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,959 miles
    Test number
    508301666089
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low Beam is slightly obscured (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  15. Fail94,959 miles (+6,258)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,959 miles
    Test number
    367856339909
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass88,701 miles (+5,834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    88,701 miles
    Test number
    504517657413
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  17. Pass82,867 miles (+3,983)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,867 miles
    Test number
    218798478259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,884 miles
    Test number
    246370039420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail78,884 miles (+6,650)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,884 miles
    Test number
    817596517883
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass72,234 miles (+6,780)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    72,234 miles
    Test number
    429006165122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,454 miles (+6,827)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    65,454 miles
    Test number
    905100364147
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass58,627 miles (+7,345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    58,627 miles
    Test number
    987525263160
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass51,282 miles (+6,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,282 miles
    Test number
    299934562140
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass44,545 miles (+7,225)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    44,545 miles
    Test number
    236375161471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,320 miles (+5,860)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    37,320 miles
    Test number
    291215750121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,460 miles (+6,875)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    31,460 miles
    Test number
    460347969116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    24,585 miles
    Test number
    534685588187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail24,585 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,585 miles
    Test number
    814805588111
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LB05 VYM

Does LB05 VYM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 VYM expired on 7 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 VYM?
The MOT on LB05 VYM expired on 7 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 VYM done?
LB05 VYM was recorded at 113,083 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2024, an average of 5,427 miles a year.
Has LB05 VYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 VYM has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 VYM 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 VYM find?
LB05 VYM passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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