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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LD03 UBLMOT history

LD03 UBL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 9 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2025 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 115,038 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2025
Mileage
115,038 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2024
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 UBL
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
9 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 UBL was last recorded at 115,038 miles on 29 Aug 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,038 miles · 28 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 115,038 miles
  • 2023 – 110,352 miles
  • 2022 – 105,950 miles
  • 2021 – 101,467 miles
  • 2020 – 97,954 miles
  • 2019 – 94,506 miles
  • 2018 – 91,258 miles
  • 2017 – 88,124 miles
  • 2016 – 84,428 miles
  • 2015 – 80,985 miles
  • 2014 – 77,258 miles
  • 2013 – 73,869 miles
  • 2012 – 70,239 miles
  • 2011 – 60,096 miles
  • 2010 – 52,649 miles
  • 2009 – 46,628 miles
  • 2008 – 40,218 miles
  • 2007 – 29,310 miles
  • 2006 – 22,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,038 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,038 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    115,038 miles
    Test number
    789434424487
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail115,038 miles (+4,686)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,038 miles
    Test number
    967730345299
    • DangerousFront Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass110,352 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    110,352 miles
    Test number
    639914364049
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail110,352 miles (+4,402)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,352 miles
    Test number
    943774815893
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested no pattern (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass105,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    105,950 miles
    Test number
    641196940321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail105,950 miles (+4,483)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,950 miles
    Test number
    933074392910
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass101,467 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,467 miles
    Test number
    153787723735
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail101,467 miles (+3,513)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,467 miles
    Test number
    663253652367
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass97,954 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    97,954 miles
    Test number
    531846158618
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken

  10. Fail97,954 miles (+3,448)1 dangerous6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,954 miles
    Test number
    719288473579
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken

  11. Pass94,506 miles (+3,248)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    94,506 miles
    Test number
    429077966882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,258 miles (+3,134)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    91,258 miles
    Test number
    911677043815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,124 miles (+3,696)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    88,124 miles
    Test number
    645088490233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,428 miles (+3,443)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    84,428 miles
    Test number
    690580022505
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass80,985 miles (+3,727)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    80,985 miles
    Test number
    139454235275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall cracking

  16. Pass77,258 miles (+3,389)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    77,258 miles
    Test number
    467495944277
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail73,869 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,869 miles
    Test number
    405762543222
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteEngine under tray broken

  18. Pass73,869 miles (+3,630)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    73,869 miles
    Test number
    927662343208
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteEngine under tray broken

  19. Fail70,239 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,239 miles
    Test number
    369517042405
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass70,239 miles (+602)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    70,239 miles
    Test number
    749287242223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass69,637 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,637 miles
    Test number
    756855532167
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Fail69,637 miles (+9,541)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,637 miles
    Test number
    687095832170
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass60,096 miles (+7,447)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    60,096 miles
    Test number
    507101831145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,649 miles (+6,021)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    52,649 miles
    Test number
    792487710193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,628 miles (+6,410)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,628 miles
    Test number
    434405809151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,218 miles (+10,908)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,218 miles
    Test number
    213546818123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass29,310 miles (+6,538)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,310 miles
    Test number
    700653517101
    • NoteRear number platye delaminating

  28. Pass22,772 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    22,772 miles
    Test number
    260539826443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn down to 3.5mm

Questions about LD03 UBL

Does LD03 UBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 UBL expired on 2 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 UBL?
The MOT on LD03 UBL expired on 2 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 UBL done?
LD03 UBL was recorded at 115,038 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2024, an average of 5,040 miles a year.
Has LD03 UBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 UBL has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LD03 UBL 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 LD03 UBL find?
LD03 UBL passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

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