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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LC04 XNWMOT history

LC04 XNW is a silver diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 25 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 144,533 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
144,533 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC04 XNW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC04 XNW was last recorded at 144,533 miles on 11 Jul 2026, 8,301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,232 miles · 12 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,301 miles
Average per year
6,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,533 miles
  • 2025 – 136,232 miles
  • 2024 – 131,266 miles
  • 2023 – 127,980 miles
  • 2022 – 114,616 miles
  • 2021 – 96,855 miles
  • 2020 – 83,641 miles
  • 2019 – 59,173 miles
  • 2018 – 50,592 miles
  • 2017 – 47,760 miles
  • 2016 – 44,355 miles
  • 2015 – 41,013 miles
  • 2014 – 37,545 miles
  • 2013 – 33,841 miles
  • 2012 – 31,602 miles
  • 2011 – 30,127 miles
  • 2010 – 28,383 miles
  • 2009 – 26,119 miles
  • 2008 – 23,672 miles
  • 2007 – 21,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,533 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre Worn Unevenly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,533 miles (+8,301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    144,533 miles
    Test number
    433873034269
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass136,232 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    136,232 miles
    Test number
    568810407041
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail136,232 miles (+4,966)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,232 miles
    Test number
    296272158309
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass131,266 miles (+3,286)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    131,266 miles
    Test number
    476414619435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass127,980 miles (+13,364)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    127,980 miles
    Test number
    453141915195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  6. Pass114,616 miles (+21)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    114,616 miles
    Test number
    973346030711
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre Worn Unevenly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail114,595 miles (+17,740)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,595 miles
    Test number
    808359925081
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre Worn Unevenly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass96,855 miles (+13,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    96,855 miles
    Test number
    258438783523
    • AdvisoryNs outer cv gaiter leaking

  9. Pass83,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    83,641 miles
    Test number
    134284088228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail83,641 miles (+24,468)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,641 miles
    Test number
    986355007526
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass59,173 miles (+8,581)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    59,173 miles
    Test number
    175635947322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,592 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    50,592 miles
    Test number
    471220919177
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing from inside

  13. Fail50,592 miles (+2,832)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,592 miles
    Test number
    866865799095
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing from inside

  14. Pass47,760 miles (+3,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    47,760 miles
    Test number
    726556771921
    • AdvisoryFront Lower engine cover preventing clear view

  15. Pass44,355 miles (+3,342)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    44,355 miles
    Test number
    792459734909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,013 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    41,013 miles
    Test number
    999117915175
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Fail41,013 miles (+3,468)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,013 miles
    Test number
    527537315118
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass37,545 miles (+3,704)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,545 miles
    Test number
    117327004144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,841 miles (+2,239)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    33,841 miles
    Test number
    298255493072
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

  20. Pass31,602 miles (+1,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,602 miles
    Test number
    567354702179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass30,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    30,127 miles
    Test number
    507054801121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail30,127 miles (+1,744)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,127 miles
    Test number
    375654201126
    • FailureFront Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to crack

  23. Pass28,383 miles (+2,264)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    28,383 miles
    Test number
    981069590007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,119 miles
    Test number
    694756209103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail26,118 miles (+2,446)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,118 miles
    Test number
    220926009415
    • DangerousDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Fail23,672 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,672 miles
    Test number
    331879708156
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass23,672 miles (+2,346)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    23,672 miles
    Test number
    400789408161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    21,326 miles
    Test number
    242190317171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail21,326 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,326 miles
    Test number
    281300517458
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LC04 XNW

Does LC04 XNW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC04 XNW is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC04 XNW?
The MOT on LC04 XNW is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC04 XNW done?
LC04 XNW was recorded at 144,533 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2026, an average of 6,409 miles a year.
Has LC04 XNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC04 XNW has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LC04 XNW 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 LC04 XNW find?
LC04 XNW passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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