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Volkswagen Bora

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

S33 XJWMOT history

S33 XJW is a black diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 3 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 91,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
91,668 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 XJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
3 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 XJW was last recorded at 91,668 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 9,046 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,622 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,046 miles
Average per year
3,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,668 miles
  • 2025 – 82,622 miles
  • 2023 – 78,883 miles
  • 2022 – 74,991 miles
  • 2021 – 73,817 miles
  • 2020 – 68,827 miles
  • 2019 – 65,910 miles
  • 2018 – 61,936 miles
  • 2017 – 59,758 miles
  • 2016 – 57,152 miles
  • 2015 – 53,484 miles
  • 2014 – 50,251 miles
  • 2013 – 47,108 miles
  • 2012 – 42,804 miles
  • 2011 – 39,452 miles
  • 2010 – 32,951 miles
  • 2009 – 26,165 miles
  • 2008 – 20,928 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,668 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant reservoir below min.
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Front number plate cracked but still readable

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside front tyre has a cut not deep enough to reach ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,668 miles (+9,046)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    91,668 miles
    Test number
    784616339522
    • AdvisoryCoolant reservoir below min.
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass82,622 miles (+3,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    82,622 miles
    Test number
    771930795215
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass78,883 miles (+3,892)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    78,883 miles
    Test number
    909911823121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,991 miles (+1,174)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    74,991 miles
    Test number
    301738734635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,817 miles (+4,990)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    73,817 miles
    Test number
    306521938540
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass68,827 miles (+2,917)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    68,827 miles
    Test number
    983840512413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,910 miles (+3,974)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    65,910 miles
    Test number
    831104089460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,936 miles (+2,178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    61,936 miles
    Test number
    685616200880
    • 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))

  9. Pass59,758 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    59,758 miles
    Test number
    289095765814
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked but still readable

  10. Fail59,756 miles (+2,604)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,756 miles
    Test number
    903614228722
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked but still readable

  11. Pass57,152 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,152 miles
    Test number
    787734671372
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has a cut not deep enough to reach ply or cords

  12. Fail57,150 miles (+3,666)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,150 miles
    Test number
    529862024013
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has a cut not deep enough to reach ply or cords

  13. Pass53,484 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    53,484 miles
    Test number
    855132284246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,483 miles (+3,232)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,483 miles
    Test number
    428300343142
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass50,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    50,251 miles
    Test number
    708808964297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail50,251 miles (+3,143)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,251 miles
    Test number
    398188764433
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass47,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    47,108 miles
    Test number
    755027263227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail47,108 miles (+4,304)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,108 miles
    Test number
    229167463291
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass42,804 miles (+3,352)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    42,804 miles
    Test number
    596819862280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,452 miles (+6,501)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,452 miles
    Test number
    606320171224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,951 miles (+6,786)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    32,951 miles
    Test number
    410370860007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,165 miles (+5,237)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,165 miles
    Test number
    873402569028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    20,928 miles
    Test number
    154014268032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S33 XJW

Does S33 XJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 XJW is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 XJW?
The MOT on S33 XJW is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 XJW done?
S33 XJW was recorded at 91,668 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 3,934 miles a year.
Has S33 XJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 XJW has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2017.
Has the mileage on S33 XJW 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 S33 XJW find?
S33 XJW passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: coolant reservoir below min.; front oil leak, but not excessive.

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