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Volkswagen Bora

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LD53 VSFMOT history

LD53 VSF is a green diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 215,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
215,449 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,706 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 VSF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 VSF was last recorded at 215,449 miles on 18 Oct 2025, 5,575 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,874 miles · 1 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,575 miles
Average per year
9,706 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 215,449 miles
  • 2024 – 209,874 miles
  • 2023 – 190,108 miles
  • 2022 – 185,919 miles
  • 2021 – 181,385 miles
  • 2020 – 177,036 miles
  • 2019 – 164,944 miles
  • 2018 – 147,525 miles
  • 2017 – 139,857 miles
  • 2016 – 130,465 miles
  • 2015 – 121,714 miles
  • 2014 – 114,320 miles
  • 2013 – 104,299 miles
  • 2012 – 94,040 miles
  • 2011 – 84,431 miles
  • 2010 – 70,014 miles
  • 2009 – 60,734 miles
  • 2008 – 47,460 miles
  • 2007 – 38,722 miles
  • 2006 – 30,371 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,449 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,449 miles (+5,575)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    215,449 miles
    Test number
    508931651600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass209,874 miles (+19,766)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    209,874 miles
    Test number
    644565389758
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass190,108 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    190,108 miles
    Test number
    513171121448
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output misty (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail190,108 miles (+4,189)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,108 miles
    Test number
    903889436662
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output misty (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass185,919 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    185,919 miles
    Test number
    915853872668
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail185,917 miles (+4,532)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,917 miles
    Test number
    136584619346
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass181,385 miles (+4,349)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    181,385 miles
    Test number
    144757163381
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle slight corrosion

  8. Pass177,036 miles (+12,092)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    177,036 miles
    Test number
    769304021578
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass164,944 miles (+17,419)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    164,944 miles
    Test number
    897000103897
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass147,525 miles (+7,668)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    147,525 miles
    Test number
    440548672826
    • AdvisoryF discs condition
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass139,857 miles (+9,392)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    139,857 miles
    Test number
    232798380095
    • AdvisoryN/s outer cv gaitor condition
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear discs condition

  12. Pass130,465 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    130,465 miles
    Test number
    426188211263
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  13. Fail130,465 miles (+8,751)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,465 miles
    Test number
    885692001399
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  14. Pass121,714 miles (+7,394)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    121,714 miles
    Test number
    355627475000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass114,320 miles (+10,021)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    114,320 miles
    Test number
    888266974046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass104,299 miles (+10,259)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    104,299 miles
    Test number
    396294963045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass94,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    94,040 miles
    Test number
    719620182031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail94,040 miles (+9,609)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,040 miles
    Test number
    126019972434
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass84,431 miles (+14,417)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    84,431 miles
    Test number
    147289551088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,014 miles (+9,280)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,014 miles
    Test number
    231633480026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,734 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,734 miles
    Test number
    373069119441
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass60,734 miles (+13,274)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    60,734 miles
    Test number
    824869519255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,460 miles (+8,738)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    47,460 miles
    Test number
    840742448245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,722 miles (+8,351)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,722 miles
    Test number
    361575067491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    30,371 miles
    Test number
    294376866252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 VSF

Does LD53 VSF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 VSF is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD53 VSF?
The MOT on LD53 VSF is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 VSF done?
LD53 VSF was recorded at 215,449 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2025, an average of 9,706 miles a year.
Has LD53 VSF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 VSF has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 VSF 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 LD53 VSF find?
LD53 VSF passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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