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Volkswagen Bora

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LR03 ZBGMOT history

LR03 ZBG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 5 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 106,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2026
Mileage
106,527 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,272 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 ZBG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 ZBG was last recorded at 106,527 miles on 14 Aug 2025, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,512 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
4,272 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,527 miles
  • 2024 – 106,444 miles
  • 2023 – 106,064 miles
  • 2022 – 103,390 miles
  • 2021 – 95,517 miles
  • 2020 – 89,318 miles
  • 2019 – 82,983 miles
  • 2018 – 80,291 miles
  • 2017 – 76,558 miles
  • 2016 – 72,709 miles
  • 2015 – 70,059 miles
  • 2014 – 68,249 miles
  • 2013 – 65,863 miles
  • 2012 – 60,475 miles
  • 2011 – 52,729 miles
  • 2010 – 43,105 miles
  • 2009 – 35,117 miles
  • 2008 – 31,062 miles
  • 2007 – 27,657 miles
  • 2006 – 24,299 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,527 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,527 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    106,527 miles
    Test number
    411742309494
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail106,512 miles (+68)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,512 miles
    Test number
    622220406529
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure back box is missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass106,444 miles (+380)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    106,444 miles
    Test number
    255627049839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass106,064 miles (+2,674)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    106,064 miles
    Test number
    921410567584
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass103,390 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    103,390 miles
    Test number
    519602622144
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail103,389 miles (+7,872)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,389 miles
    Test number
    607497768259
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested offside+nearside (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect offside+nearside (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass95,517 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,517 miles
    Test number
    880586870226
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on treads cracking up (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail95,514 miles (+6,196)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,514 miles
    Test number
    859589943220
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on treads cracking up (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass89,318 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    89,318 miles
    Test number
    891603640625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail89,315 miles (+6,332)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,315 miles
    Test number
    550015116244
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective near side+off side (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  11. Pass82,983 miles (+2,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    82,983 miles
    Test number
    788865537021
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output ns+os (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass80,291 miles (+72)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    80,291 miles
    Test number
    252570215359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail80,219 miles (+3,661)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,219 miles
    Test number
    404498853294
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  14. Pass76,558 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    76,558 miles
    Test number
    452672074944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail76,553 miles (+3,844)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,553 miles
    Test number
    592420311599
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass72,709 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,709 miles
    Test number
    171517716585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe flexi broken but no serious leak of gasses
    • AdvisoryRear springs and shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in both sides of steering rack joints

  17. Fail72,709 miles (+2,650)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,709 miles
    Test number
    588376420618
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe flexi broken but no serious leak of gasses
    • AdvisoryRear springs and shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in both sides of steering rack joints

  18. Pass70,059 miles (+1,810)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    70,059 miles
    Test number
    447092355162
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteO/s/f outer sill damaged/distorted

  19. Pass68,249 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,249 miles
    Test number
    208921784494
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Fail68,246 miles (+2,383)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,246 miles
    Test number
    516357574146
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NotePlay in steering o/s/f

  21. Pass65,863 miles (+5,388)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    65,863 miles
    Test number
    395427393131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass60,475 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,475 miles
    Test number
    326153802239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail60,455 miles (+7,726)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,455 miles
    Test number
    678051102284
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking inbetween tread
    • NoteFront heat shield lose

  24. Pass52,729 miles (+9,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    52,729 miles
    Test number
    825560121253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass43,105 miles (+7,988)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,105 miles
    Test number
    680289020274
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass35,117 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    35,117 miles
    Test number
    534721739292
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  27. Fail35,117 miles (+4,055)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,117 miles
    Test number
    994151239258
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  28. Fail31,062 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,062 miles
    Test number
    243424238121
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  29. Pass31,062 miles (+3,405)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    31,062 miles
    Test number
    374314438164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass27,657 miles (+3,358)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    27,657 miles
    Test number
    822501057183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass24,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,299 miles
    Test number
    334546536117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 ZBG

Does LR03 ZBG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 ZBG expired on 13 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 ZBG?
The MOT on LR03 ZBG expired on 13 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 ZBG done?
LR03 ZBG was recorded at 106,527 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2025, an average of 4,272 miles a year.
Has LR03 ZBG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 ZBG has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LR03 ZBG 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 LR03 ZBG find?
LR03 ZBG passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2025 with 1 advisory: front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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