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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

X28 DREMOT history

X28 DRE is a silver diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 12 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 227,010 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
227,010 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X28 DRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X28 DRE was last recorded at 227,010 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 7,163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
219,847 miles · 19 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,163 miles
Average per year
8,302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 227,010 miles
  • 2025 – 219,847 miles
  • 2024 – 217,691 miles
  • 2021 – 347,117 miles
  • 2018 – 188,121 miles
  • 2017 – 159,352 miles
  • 2016 – 148,358 miles
  • 2015 – 140,965 miles
  • 2014 – 134,178 miles
  • 2013 – 123,853 miles
  • 2012 – 118,512 miles
  • 2011 – 111,784 miles
  • 2010 – 104,790 miles
  • 2009 – 97,197 miles
  • 2008 – 88,190 miles
  • 2007 – 73,547 miles
  • 2006 – 60,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass227,010 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

31 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass227,010 miles (+7,163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    227,010 miles
    Test number
    975501761557
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass219,847 miles (+2,156)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    219,847 miles
    Test number
    407238501417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass217,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    217,691 miles
    Test number
    894488154816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass349,053 km (+1,046)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    349,053 km
    Test number
    640800020220
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underside of vehicle.

  5. Pass348,007 km
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    348,007 km
    Test number
    932465752186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass347,117 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    347,117 miles
    Test number
    157099161652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail347,117 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    347,117 miles
    Test number
    433956013101
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass348,353 km (+15,743)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    348,353 km
    Test number
    482901939566
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass332,610 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    332,610 km
    Test number
    793584155265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail332,600 km5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    332,600 km
    Test number
    542443698524
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass188,121 miles (+28,769)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    188,121 miles
    Test number
    563474441237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass159,352 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    159,352 miles
    Test number
    875006926845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail159,281 miles (+10,923)2 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,281 miles
    Test number
    953608930858
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking pipes under car. (7.2.3)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened borderline pass!! (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened borderline pass!! (3.5.1n)

  14. Pass148,358 miles (+7,393)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    148,358 miles
    Test number
    367689941179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass140,965 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    140,965 miles
    Test number
    376011595164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail140,965 miles (+6,787)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,965 miles
    Test number
    796311595172
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass134,178 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    134,178 miles
    Test number
    615158974192
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail134,178 miles (+10,325)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,178 miles
    Test number
    506447374156
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass123,853 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    123,853 miles
    Test number
    535121703283
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail123,853 miles (+5,341)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,853 miles
    Test number
    609201503208
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass118,512 miles (+28)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    118,512 miles
    Test number
    157987012370
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating //// nearside mirror casing damaged //// both front tyres started to wear on edges ////

  22. Fail118,484 miles (+6,700)4 failures10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,484 miles
    Test number
    967703712376
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating //// nearside mirror casing damaged //// both front tyres started to wear on edges ////

  23. Pass111,784 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    111,784 miles
    Test number
    136975201349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteRear axle bushes perished

  24. Fail111,782 miles (+6,992)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,782 miles
    Test number
    695155201378
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteRear axle bushes perished

  25. Pass104,790 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    104,790 miles
    Test number
    520589620379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  26. Fail104,790 miles (+7,593)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,790 miles
    Test number
    904557820378
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  27. Pass97,197 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    97,197 miles
    Test number
    542330519242
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteRear axle bushes slightly perished

  28. Fail97,197 miles (+9,007)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,197 miles
    Test number
    431560219272
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteRear axle bushes slightly perished

  29. Pass88,190 miles (+14,643)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    88,190 miles
    Test number
    810938468168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass73,547 miles (+13,190)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    73,547 miles
    Test number
    703112967154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass60,357 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    60,357 miles
    Test number
    844603666168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X28 DRE

Does X28 DRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X28 DRE is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X28 DRE?
The MOT on X28 DRE is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X28 DRE done?
X28 DRE was recorded at 227,010 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 8,302 miles a year.
Has X28 DRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X28 DRE has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on X28 DRE 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 X28 DRE find?
X28 DRE passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive.

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