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Volkswagen Bora

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

S23 AEXMOT history

S23 AEX is a black diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 31 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 215,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
215,472 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,930 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 AEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 AEX was last recorded at 215,472 miles on 8 Aug 2026, 7,132 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,340 miles · 9 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,132 miles
Average per year
9,930 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,472 miles
  • 2025 – 208,340 miles
  • 2024 – 190,660 miles
  • 2023 – 168,234 miles
  • 2022 – 152,465 miles
  • 2021 – 138,165 miles
  • 2020 – 122,944 miles
  • 2019 – 120,397 miles
  • 2018 – 118,323 miles
  • 2017 – 116,435 miles
  • 2016 – 113,991 miles
  • 2015 – 106,835 miles
  • 2014 – 99,549 miles
  • 2013 – 92,246 miles
  • 2012 – 82,812 miles
  • 2011 – 73,108 miles
  • 2010 – 64,443 miles
  • 2009 – 52,089 miles
  • 2008 – 41,638 miles
  • 2007 – 26,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,472 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryVehicle lowered

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,472 miles (+7,132)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    215,472 miles
    Test number
    682972041836
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle lowered

  2. Pass208,340 miles (+17,680)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    208,340 miles
    Test number
    897979003408
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp 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))

  3. Pass190,660 miles (+22,426)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    190,660 miles
    Test number
    908806176069
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass168,234 miles (+15,769)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    168,234 miles
    Test number
    758278468362
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass152,465 miles (+14,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    152,465 miles
    Test number
    695294959592
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass138,165 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    138,165 miles
    Test number
    339781730458
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail138,165 miles (+15,221)2 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,165 miles
    Test number
    559072236571
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass122,944 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    122,944 miles
    Test number
    917940984485
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail122,944 miles (+2,547)7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,944 miles
    Test number
    613277683029
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded

  10. Pass120,397 miles (+2,074)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    120,397 miles
    Test number
    530722680878
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded
    • AdvisorySmall chip offside windscreen

  11. Pass118,323 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    118,323 miles
    Test number
    368642665552
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNail in Nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  12. Fail118,323 miles (+1,888)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,323 miles
    Test number
    204233034328
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNail in Nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  13. Pass116,435 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    116,435 miles
    Test number
    749317121054
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  14. Fail116,435 miles (+2,444)11 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,435 miles
    Test number
    898082249527
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  15. Pass113,991 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    113,991 miles
    Test number
    118110836757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail113,988 miles (+7,153)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,988 miles
    Test number
    606271058483
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone back bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass106,835 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    106,835 miles
    Test number
    615519115219
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • 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
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail106,835 miles (+7,286)5 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,835 miles
    Test number
    665238215260
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • 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
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail99,549 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,549 miles
    Test number
    665310724260
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass99,549 miles (+7,303)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    99,549 miles
    Test number
    897070524226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass92,246 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    92,246 miles
    Test number
    697290023268
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear and nearside rear brakes are starting to bind
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroded

  22. Fail92,243 miles (+9,431)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,243 miles
    Test number
    659400323253
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear and nearside rear brakes are starting to bind
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroded

  23. Pass82,812 miles (+9,704)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    82,812 miles
    Test number
    358902722462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCatalyctic converter is starting to blow
    • NoteEngine oil level is on minimum mark
    • NoteOffside front under tray is broken and partially adrift
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin is corroded

  24. Pass73,108 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    73,108 miles
    Test number
    726577201274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/S/R brake slightly binding.
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNearside front / offside front tyres low pressure.
    • NoteRear brake discs heavly corroded.

  25. Fail73,108 miles (+8,665)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,108 miles
    Test number
    137107901250
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/S/R brake slightly binding.
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNearside front / offside front tyres low pressure.
    • NoteRear brake discs heavly corroded.

  26. Pass64,443 miles (+12,354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    64,443 miles
    Test number
    303605310270
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass52,089 miles (+10,451)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    52,089 miles
    Test number
    561293019262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass41,638 miles (+15,058)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    41,638 miles
    Test number
    933030518291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass26,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    26,580 miles
    Test number
    392302617241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S23 AEX

Does S23 AEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 AEX is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S23 AEX?
The MOT on S23 AEX is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 AEX done?
S23 AEX was recorded at 215,472 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2026, an average of 9,930 miles a year.
Has S23 AEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 AEX has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on S23 AEX 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 S23 AEX find?
S23 AEX passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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