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Volkswagen Bora

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LF02 TXLMOT history

LF02 TXL is a red petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2021 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 103,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2021
Mileage
103,615 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,848 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 TXL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
23 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF02 TXL was last recorded at 103,615 miles on 23 May 2025, 247 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,368 miles · 22 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
247 miles
Average per year
3,848 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,615 miles
  • 2020 – 103,368 miles
  • 2019 – 102,887 miles
  • 2018 – 101,345 miles
  • 2017 – 97,610 miles
  • 2016 – 93,163 miles
  • 2015 – 89,911 miles
  • 2014 – 85,697 miles
  • 2013 – 81,873 miles
  • 2012 – 73,843 miles
  • 2011 – 69,272 miles
  • 2010 – 65,653 miles
  • 2009 – 58,504 miles
  • 2008 – 52,596 miles
  • 2007 – 38,476 miles
  • 2006 – 29,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,615 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill damaged and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both shocks badly corroded casings (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT failures 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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded to nearside rear brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail103,615 miles (+247)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,615 miles
    Test number
    846514445092
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill damaged and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both shocks badly corroded casings (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass103,368 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    103,368 miles
    Test number
    888408303167
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear pipe corrode at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail103,368 miles (+481)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,368 miles
    Test number
    469423748775
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear pipe corrode at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass102,887 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    102,887 miles
    Test number
    575698912725
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Fail102,887 miles (+1,542)6 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,887 miles
    Test number
    218513890647
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside 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))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside 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))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass101,345 miles (+3,735)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    101,345 miles
    Test number
    755097557716
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at the rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens is frosty (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens is frosty (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass97,610 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    97,610 miles
    Test number
    483178986639
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lower effort and caliper lever not fully returning o/s/rear (3.7.B.6b)

  8. Fail97,610 miles (+4,447)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,610 miles
    Test number
    883151040358
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive co= 0.800 should be co=0.200 (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lower effort and caliper lever not fully returning o/s/rear (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryPositive battery terminal loose

  9. Pass93,163 miles (+29)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    93,163 miles
    Test number
    454341686599
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded to nearside rear brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail93,134 miles (+3,223)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,134 miles
    Test number
    307348483066
    • FailureFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded to nearside rear brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass89,911 miles (+4,214)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    89,911 miles
    Test number
    378006305109
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSurvo assist poor

  12. Pass85,697 miles (+3,824)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    85,697 miles
    Test number
    635516274096
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight bind o/s/r brake

  13. Pass81,873 miles (+8,030)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    81,873 miles
    Test number
    136527373474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  14. Pass73,843 miles (+4,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    73,843 miles
    Test number
    549026362083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass69,272 miles (+3,619)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    69,272 miles
    Test number
    698302561017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteData not current
    • NoteO/s/f wheel bering starting to show roughness

  16. Pass65,653 miles (+7,149)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    65,653 miles
    Test number
    493397060098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass58,504 miles (+5,908)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    58,504 miles
    Test number
    961936359063
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  18. Pass52,596 miles (+14,120)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    52,596 miles
    Test number
    820776938008
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass38,476 miles (+8,999)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    38,476 miles
    Test number
    951317337023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    29,477 miles
    Test number
    663445746005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 TXL

Does LF02 TXL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 TXL expired on 21 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 TXL?
The MOT on LF02 TXL expired on 21 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 TXL done?
LF02 TXL was recorded at 103,615 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2025, an average of 3,848 miles a year.
Has LF02 TXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 TXL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LF02 TXL 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 LF02 TXL find?
LF02 TXL failed its latest MOT on 23 May 2025 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; brake performance unable to be tested; nearside rear hydraulic brake calliper leaking, and 8 more.

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