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Volkswagen Bora

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB53 MZJMOT history

LB53 MZJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 9 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 187,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
187,611 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 MZJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 MZJ was last recorded at 187,611 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 2,303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,308 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,303 miles
Average per year
8,990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 187,611 miles
  • 2024 – 185,308 miles
  • 2023 – 179,222 miles
  • 2022 – 171,864 miles
  • 2021 – 163,703 miles
  • 2020 – 155,857 miles
  • 2019 – 147,703 miles
  • 2018 – 139,832 miles
  • 2017 – 131,029 miles
  • 2016 – 122,275 miles
  • 2015 – 113,492 miles
  • 2014 – 103,797 miles
  • 2013 – 90,778 miles
  • 2012 – 77,346 miles
  • 2011 – 65,871 miles
  • 2010 – 56,963 miles
  • 2009 – 47,138 miles
  • 2008 – 36,562 miles
  • 2007 – 25,189 miles
  • 2006 – 16,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,611 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease slightly (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Headlamp lens slightly deteriorated. NS&OS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Wiper blades perished.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,611 miles (+2,303)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    187,611 miles
    Test number
    155755654425
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease slightly (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass185,308 miles (+6,086)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    185,308 miles
    Test number
    135631147650
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass179,222 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    179,222 miles
    Test number
    359261447986
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail179,222 miles (+7,358)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,222 miles
    Test number
    473930685591
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass171,864 miles (+8,161)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    171,864 miles
    Test number
    586084326136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wing corroded. Unlikely to cause injury.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS&OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass163,703 miles (+7,846)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    163,703 miles
    Test number
    409429752178
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS&OS vertical mounting bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNS&OS track rod end gaiter slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass155,857 miles (+8,154)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    155,857 miles
    Test number
    858224682089
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle corroded/laminating from within. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass147,703 miles (+7,871)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    147,703 miles
    Test number
    123289724433
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS&OS (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass139,832 miles (+66)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    139,832 miles
    Test number
    958118704522
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens slightly deteriorated. NS&OS
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail139,766 miles (+8,737)1 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,766 miles
    Test number
    444951244117
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens slightly deteriorated. NS&OS
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass131,029 miles (+8,754)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    131,029 miles
    Test number
    264938130307
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades perished.

  12. Pass122,275 miles (+8,783)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    122,275 miles
    Test number
    289246432727
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight play in ns&os inner track rod ball joints.
    • AdvisoryWiper blades perished.

  13. Pass113,492 miles (+9,695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    113,492 miles
    Test number
    150065717040
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail103,797 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,797 miles
    Test number
    327286644378
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass103,797 miles (+13,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    103,797 miles
    Test number
    709326044395
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail90,778 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,778 miles
    Test number
    246774953337
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake disc's slightly pitted.

  17. Pass90,778 miles (+13,432)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    90,778 miles
    Test number
    247664953341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake disc's slightly pitted.

  18. Fail77,346 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,346 miles
    Test number
    649164032375
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting slightly deteriorated.
    • NoteFront brake disc's slightly pitted.

  19. Pass77,346 miles (+11,475)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    77,346 miles
    Test number
    857844832379
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting slightly deteriorated.
    • NoteFront brake disc's slightly pitted.

  20. Pass65,871 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    65,871 miles
    Test number
    489042221459
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight pitting on brake disc's.

  21. Fail65,871 miles (+8,908)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,871 miles
    Test number
    547192121305
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight pitting on brake disc's.

  22. Pass56,963 miles (+9,825)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    56,963 miles
    Test number
    683003430326
    • NoteAll brake disc's slightly pitted.
    • NoteNS&OS rear tyre tread depth 2.5mm.

  23. Pass47,138 miles (+10,576)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    47,138 miles
    Test number
    131351029368
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass36,562 miles (+11,373)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    36,562 miles
    Test number
    841629838342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,189 miles (+9,154)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    25,189 miles
    Test number
    620400937348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNS&OS front tyre tread worn to 2.5mm.

  26. Pass16,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    16,035 miles
    Test number
    452718416400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 MZJ

Does LB53 MZJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 MZJ is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 MZJ?
The MOT on LB53 MZJ is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 MZJ done?
LB53 MZJ was recorded at 187,611 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 8,990 miles a year.
Has LB53 MZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 MZJ has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 MZJ 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 LB53 MZJ find?
LB53 MZJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease slightly; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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