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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LB52 AMVMOT history

LB52 AMV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 15 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 64,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Aug 2025
Mileage
64,000 mi
At MOT on 30 Aug 2024
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 AMV
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
15 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 AMV was last recorded at 64,000 miles on 30 Aug 2024, 1,100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Dec 2023: 62,900 miles, lower than 66,024 miles on 22 Dec 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
62,900 miles · 13 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,100 miles
Average per year
2,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 64,000 miles
  • 2023 – 62,900 miles
  • 2022 – 66,024 miles
  • 2021 – 58,496 miles
  • 2020 – 57,454 miles
  • 2019 – 56,035 miles
  • 2018 – 53,399 miles
  • 2017 – 50,758 miles
  • 2016 – 45,765 miles
  • 2015 – 43,898 miles
  • 2014 – 42,250 miles
  • 2013 – 40,078 miles
  • 2011 – 34,370 miles
  • 2010 – 26,519 miles
  • 2009 – 24,216 miles
  • 2008 – 17,080 miles
  • 2007 – 14,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,000 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.

  • Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,000 miles (+1,100)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    64,000 miles
    Test number
    619233981798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass62,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    62,900 miles
    Test number
    293540135297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail62,900 miles (-3,124)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,900 miles
    Test number
    623400121023
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  4. Pass66,024 miles (+5,783)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    66,024 miles
    Test number
    711719652379
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail60,241 miles (+1,745)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,241 miles
    Test number
    350189393894
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass58,496 miles (+1,042)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    58,496 miles
    Test number
    709711034956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass57,454 miles (+1,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    57,454 miles
    Test number
    995597084475
    • AdvisoryEML Warning Lamp On
  8. Pass56,035 miles (+2,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    56,035 miles
    Test number
    583064006114
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mount broken but still supporting exhaust
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass53,399 miles (+2,641)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    53,399 miles
    Test number
    847646258349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,758 miles (+4,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    50,758 miles
    Test number
    170247894633
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  11. Pass45,765 miles (+1,867)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    45,765 miles
    Test number
    942003013039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine EML lamp on dash
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre mount broken but still supporting exhaust
  12. Pass43,898 miles (+1,648)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    43,898 miles
    Test number
    459961022051
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken but still adequately supported
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
  13. Pass42,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    42,250 miles
    Test number
    936573954384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail42,250 miles (+947)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,250 miles
    Test number
    729732954336
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
  15. Pass41,303 miles (+1,225)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    41,303 miles
    Test number
    186221434038
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine warning light on
    • NoteRear number plate just starting to fade
  16. Pass40,078 miles (+5,708)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    40,078 miles
    Test number
    179798013065
    • NoteRear number plate starting to fade / warning light on dash
  17. Pass34,370 miles (+7,851)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    34,370 miles
    Test number
    666240051370
    • 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)
  18. Pass26,519 miles (+2,303)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    26,519 miles
    Test number
    652394360372
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs starting to corode
  19. Pass24,216 miles (+3,784)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,216 miles
    Test number
    170700719396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs coroding
  20. Pass20,432 miles (+3,352)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    20,432 miles
    Test number
    623163229053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,080 miles (+3,049)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    17,080 miles
    Test number
    263747118056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    14,031 miles
    Test number
    970145307077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 AMV

Does LB52 AMV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 AMV expired on 29 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 AMV?
The MOT on LB52 AMV expired on 29 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 AMV done?
LB52 AMV was recorded at 64,000 miles at its MOT on 30 Aug 2024, an average of 2,831 miles a year.
Has LB52 AMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 AMV has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB52 AMV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Dec 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB52 AMV find?
LB52 AMV passed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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