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Volkswagen Bora

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LS55 XYWMOT history

LS55 XYW is a black diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 18 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 203,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
203,163 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,372 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 XYW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
18 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 XYW was last recorded at 203,163 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,123 miles · 14 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
10,372 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,163 miles
  • 2025 – 182,708 miles
  • 2024 – 160,482 miles
  • 2023 – 140,599 miles
  • 2022 – 121,648 miles
  • 2021 – 116,235 miles
  • 2020 – 114,699 miles
  • 2019 – 108,809 miles
  • 2018 – 102,064 miles
  • 2017 – 94,611 miles
  • 2016 – 87,825 miles
  • 2015 – 79,245 miles
  • 2014 – 68,950 miles
  • 2013 – 61,638 miles
  • 2012 – 51,847 miles
  • 2011 – 43,032 miles
  • 2010 – 33,784 miles
  • 2009 – 26,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,163 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,163 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    203,163 miles
    Test number
    646792670445
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail203,123 miles (+20,415)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,123 miles
    Test number
    318644575238
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass182,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    182,708 miles
    Test number
    757338844665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail182,708 miles (+22,226)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,708 miles
    Test number
    853451859109
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass160,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    160,482 miles
    Test number
    837175032369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail160,482 miles (+19,883)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,482 miles
    Test number
    504773244475
    • DangerousNearside Front Drive shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

  7. Pass140,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    140,599 miles
    Test number
    277815692195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail140,599 miles (+18,951)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,599 miles
    Test number
    633542320062
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass121,648 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    121,648 miles
    Test number
    777557945422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe from rack ferule damp (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Fail121,648 miles (+5,413)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,648 miles
    Test number
    483927366424
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe from rack ferule damp (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass116,235 miles (+1,536)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    116,235 miles
    Test number
    683744851068
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass114,699 miles (+5,890)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,699 miles
    Test number
    108685980625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass108,809 miles (+6,745)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    108,809 miles
    Test number
    126140175801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,064 miles (+7,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    102,064 miles
    Test number
    106294949569
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass94,611 miles (+6,786)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    94,611 miles
    Test number
    457930138796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass87,825 miles (+8,580)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    87,825 miles
    Test number
    725403668058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,245 miles (+10,295)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    79,245 miles
    Test number
    327072815072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass68,950 miles (+7,312)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,950 miles
    Test number
    625378504060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,638 miles (+9,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    61,638 miles
    Test number
    108529803486
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass51,847 miles (+8,815)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    51,847 miles
    Test number
    626546712014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,032 miles (+9,248)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    43,032 miles
    Test number
    175953411475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,784 miles (+7,568)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    33,784 miles
    Test number
    893958010092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    26,216 miles
    Test number
    853077109079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 XYW

Does LS55 XYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 XYW is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 XYW?
The MOT on LS55 XYW is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 XYW done?
LS55 XYW was recorded at 203,163 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 10,372 miles a year.
Has LS55 XYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 XYW has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 XYW 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 LS55 XYW find?
LS55 XYW passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; undertray not fully secure.

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