
Volkswagen Bora
Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc
LD03 UFBMOT history
LD03 UFB is a black diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 298,394 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 16 Jan 2025
- Mileage
- 298,394 mi
- At MOT on 13 Jan 2025
- MOT tests
- 26
- 18 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 12,721 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LD03 UFB
- 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
- 28 Mar 2003
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 16 Jan 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 13 Jan 2025 (Fail)
Mileage history
LD03 UFB was last recorded at 298,394 miles on 13 Jan 2025, 5,433 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 292,961 miles · 17 Jan 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 5,433 miles
- Average per year
- 12,721 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 298,394 miles
- 2024 – 292,961 miles
- 2022 – 285,387 miles
- 2021 – 277,794 miles
- 2020 – 272,577 miles
- 2019 – 265,618 miles
- 2018 – 253,549 miles
- 2017 – 243,681 miles
- 2016 – 233,824 miles
- 2015 – 223,587 miles
- 2014 – 212,085 miles
- 2013 – 190,859 miles
- 2012 – 167,791 miles
- 2011 – 152,299 miles
- 2010 – 137,249 miles
- 2009 – 121,795 miles
- 2008 – 102,739 miles
- 2007 – 81,606 miles
- 2006 – 59,053 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MajorBrake cable has restricted free movement offside rear (1.1.15 (e))
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside front outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorMacpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorShock absorbers has a serious fluid leak nearside rear (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorShock absorbers has negligible damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
- MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside front (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) offside front
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front zero mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024
Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017
Full MOT history
26 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail298,394 miles (+5,433)10 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 298,394 miles
- Test number
- 734529727024
- MajorBrake cable has restricted free movement offside rear (1.1.15 (e))
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside front outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorMacpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorShock absorbers has a serious fluid leak nearside rear (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorShock absorbers has negligible damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
- MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside front (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) offside front
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front zero mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))
Pass292,961 miles18 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 292,961 miles
- Test number
- 476412301871
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Beam Axle Corroded
Fail292,961 miles (+7,574)4 major18 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 292,961 miles
- Test number
- 579038693574
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Beam Axle Corroded
Pass285,387 miles (+7,593)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 285,387 miles
- Test number
- 733325662009
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass277,794 miles2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 277,794 miles
- Test number
- 679509292139
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront top strut mounts have slight movement
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
Fail277,794 miles (+5,217)2 major2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 277,794 miles
- Test number
- 377519820691
- MajorNearside 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))
- MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront top strut mounts have slight movement
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
Pass272,577 miles (+6,959)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 272,577 miles
- Test number
- 287971197678
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryBoth headlight lenses slightly cloudy
- AdvisoryTested in wet condition
Pass265,618 miles (+151)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 265,618 miles
- Test number
- 285485654131
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail265,467 miles (+11,918)4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 265,467 miles
- Test number
- 984567938076
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front Pipe Badly Corroded (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass253,549 miles (+35)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 253,549 miles
- Test number
- 487563776526
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fail253,514 miles (+9,833)1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 253,514 miles
- Test number
- 673243231359
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords with in trear (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass243,681 miles (+9,857)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 243,681 miles
- Test number
- 947314261599
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront discs lipped
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres low on inner edges
Pass233,824 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 233,824 miles
- Test number
- 666058512964
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wearing out of shape
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail233,824 miles (+10,237)1 repaired6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 233,824 miles
- Test number
- 973873786343
- Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wearing out of shape
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass223,587 miles1 dangerous10 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 223,587 miles
- Test number
- 329556415451
- DangerousOil leak
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteOil leak inter cooler
Fail223,587 miles (+11,502)1 dangerous4 failures10 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 223,587 miles
- Test number
- 805152015249
- DangerousOil leak
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteOil leak inter cooler
Pass212,085 miles (+21,226)1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 212,085 miles
- Test number
- 175326314279
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteRear road springs corroding
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass190,859 miles (+23,068)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 190,859 miles
- Test number
- 519338113273
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass167,791 miles (+15,492)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Aug 2013
- Odometer
- 167,791 miles
- Test number
- 528989692174
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteFront brakes starting to bind
- NoteFront discs lipped and pads wearing low
Pass152,299 miles (+15,050)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Aug 2012
- Odometer
- 152,299 miles
- Test number
- 338551911200
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass137,249 miles (+15,454)4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Aug 2011
- Odometer
- 137,249 miles
- Test number
- 643454010214
- NoteExhaust rusty
- NoteN/S/F wishbone rear bush split
- NoteO/S/F wishbone rear bush split
- NoteRear brake pads low
Fail121,795 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 121,795 miles
- Test number
- 820951339178
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Pass121,795 miles (+19,056)
- MOT expiry
- 10 May 2010
- Odometer
- 121,795 miles
- Test number
- 832621539122
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass102,739 miles (+21,133)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 102,739 miles
- Test number
- 191172598050
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Pass81,606 miles (+22,553)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 81,606 miles
- Test number
- 872942687070
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass59,053 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 59,053 miles
- Test number
- 981941086091
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LD03 UFB
- Does LD03 UFB currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LD03 UFB expired on 16 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LD03 UFB?
- The MOT on LD03 UFB expired on 16 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LD03 UFB done?
- LD03 UFB was recorded at 298,394 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2025, an average of 12,721 miles a year.
- Has LD03 UFB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LD03 UFB has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
- Has the mileage on LD03 UFB 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 UFB find?
- LD03 UFB failed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2025 with 10 major defects and 3 advisories: brake cable has restricted free movement offside rear; brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear; drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside front outer, and 10 more.
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