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Volkswagen Bora

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LB54 NNUMOT history

LB54 NNU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 18 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 137,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
137,050 mi
At MOT on 1 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 NNU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
18 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 NNU was last recorded at 137,050 miles on 1 Mar 2026, 1,357 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,693 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,357 miles
Average per year
4,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,050 miles
  • 2025 – 135,693 miles
  • 2024 – 134,253 miles
  • 2023 – 132,630 miles
  • 2022 – 130,842 miles
  • 2021 – 129,821 miles
  • 2020 – 129,505 miles
  • 2019 – 128,005 miles
  • 2018 – 123,452 miles
  • 2017 – 118,192 miles
  • 2016 – 112,493 miles
  • 2015 – 106,400 miles
  • 2014 – 99,943 miles
  • 2013 – 95,126 miles
  • 2012 – 91,322 miles
  • 2011 – 84,770 miles
  • 2010 – 80,151 miles
  • 2008 – 65,910 miles
  • 2007 – 49,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,050 miles
  • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Turret Strut Mount on Inner Wing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded near to Hose

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Central Front Upper Engine Cover Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection of Some Components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Outer Wing Corrosion at wheel arch (sharp edge)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,050 miles (+1,357)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    137,050 miles
    Test number
    997778575369
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass135,693 miles (+1,440)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    135,693 miles
    Test number
    539758867660
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted on inner faces both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower stone chip at corner of windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Turret Strut Mount on Inner Wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wing corroded at wheel arch - potential sharp edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule at rear beam axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass134,253 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    134,253 miles
    Test number
    539331839785
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Engine Cover Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection of Some Components
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Turret Strut Mount on Inner Wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Wing Corrosion at wheel arch (sharp edge)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded Both Sides (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail134,252 miles (+1,622)4 dangerous4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,252 miles
    Test number
    633225878228
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure All Tyres are Perished and Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded At Hose Ferules (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Sides Deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Engine Cover Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection of Some Components
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Exhaust mounting defective Welds Broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Turret Strut Mount on Inner Wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Wing Corrosion at wheel arch (sharp edge)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At Hose Ferules (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded Both Sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Exhaust mounting defective Corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass132,630 miles (+1,788)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    132,630 miles
    Test number
    511910109953
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass130,842 miles (+1,021)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    130,842 miles
    Test number
    322795848039
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt PERISHED (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Exhaust mounting defective WELDS BROKEN ON CENTRE EXHAUST MOUNTING / LOOSE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Undertray Fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Engine Cover Fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded near to Hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded near to Hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective CORRODED (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH SIDES CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass129,821 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    129,821 miles
    Test number
    608221039786
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Exhaust mounting defective WELDS BROKEN O CENTRE EXHAUST MOUNTING / LOOSE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded near to Hose (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Fail129,820 miles (+315)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,820 miles
    Test number
    516195155541
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking Brake linkage seized on caliper(sticking)
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Lenses are deteriorated / frosted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Exhaust mounting defective WELDS BROKEN O CENTRE EXHAUST MOUNTING / LOOSE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded near to Hose (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass129,505 miles (+1,500)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    129,505 miles
    Test number
    999259190995
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear N/S/R brake line corroded but not excessive.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front O/S/F inner cv gator perishing.
  10. Pass128,005 miles (+4,553)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    608803364909
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear N/S/R brake line starting to corrode.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner O/S/F inner cv gator perishing.
  11. Pass123,452 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    123,452 miles
    Test number
    493954666097
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Exhaust mount welds broken
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Lenses Starting to frost both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Stone Chip (8.3.1d)
  12. Fail123,451 miles (+5,259)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,451 miles
    Test number
    792384994089
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Exhaust mount welds broken
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Lenses Starting to frost both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Stone Chip (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass118,192 miles (+5,699)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    118,192 miles
    Test number
    670262095964
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components
  14. Pass112,493 miles (+6,093)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    112,493 miles
    Test number
    922098180593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm + worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed prior to test
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre worn on inner
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine cover fitted
  15. Pass106,400 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    106,400 miles
    Test number
    139409175445
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Fail106,400 miles (+6,457)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,400 miles
    Test number
    317259575026
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass99,943 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    99,943 miles
    Test number
    308935764065
    • NoteBoth rear bushes on both front lower suspension arms perishing
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
  18. Fail99,942 miles (+4,816)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,942 miles
    Test number
    768184664033
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded
    • NoteBoth rear bushes on both front lower suspension arms perishing
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • NoteN/s mirror housing insecure and does not provide view to the rear
  19. Pass95,126 miles (+3,804)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    95,126 miles
    Test number
    148056883483
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass91,322 miles (+6,552)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    91,322 miles
    Test number
    366202762042
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Pass84,770 miles (+4,619)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    84,770 miles
    Test number
    175973511423
    • NoteBoth number plates starting to deteriorate
    • NoteBoth rear tyres getting low on tread
    • NoteRear brakes worn/pitted
  22. Pass80,151 miles (+14,241)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    80,151 miles
    Test number
    624086640022
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre nail in tread
  23. Fail65,910 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,910 miles
    Test number
    900657448364
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  24. Pass65,910 miles (+16,014)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    65,910 miles
    Test number
    911707148330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass49,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    49,896 miles
    Test number
    240585447308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 NNU

Does LB54 NNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 NNU is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 NNU?
The MOT on LB54 NNU is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 NNU done?
LB54 NNU was recorded at 137,050 miles at its MOT on 1 Mar 2026, an average of 4,783 miles a year.
Has LB54 NNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 NNU has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB54 NNU 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 LB54 NNU find?
LB54 NNU passed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing, and 1 more.

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