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Volkswagen Bora

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,595 cc

X438 XPKMOT history

X438 XPK is a silver petrol Volkswagen Bora first used on 1 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 119,368 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
119,368 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,837 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X438 XPK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X438 XPK was last recorded at 119,368 miles on 22 May 2026, 290 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,078 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
290 miles
Average per year
4,837 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,368 miles
  • 2025 – 119,078 miles
  • 2024 – 106,574 miles
  • 2023 – 83,474 miles
  • 2022 – 62,386 miles
  • 2021 – 45,224 miles
  • 2020 – 37,982 miles
  • 2018 – 37,630 miles
  • 2017 – 36,938 miles
  • 2016 – 36,196 miles
  • 2015 – 35,372 miles
  • 2014 – 34,773 miles
  • 2013 – 34,175 miles
  • 2012 – 33,650 miles
  • 2011 – 32,583 miles
  • 2010 – 31,392 miles
  • 2009 – 30,189 miles
  • 2008 – 28,548 miles
  • 2007 – 26,881 miles
  • 2006 – 25,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,368 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre sleeve

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arms rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,368 miles (+290)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    119,368 miles
    Test number
    344775312057
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))
  2. Pass119,078 miles (+12,504)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    119,078 miles
    Test number
    121186093717
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (gearbox side) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass106,574 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    106,574 miles
    Test number
    169532037673
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail106,559 miles (+23,085)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,559 miles
    Test number
    264426633570
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding Both rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass83,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    83,474 miles
    Test number
    679692947520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail83,462 miles (+21,076)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,462 miles
    Test number
    303978878364
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drum stick (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass62,386 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    62,386 miles
    Test number
    650112951248
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail62,372 miles (+17,148)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,372 miles
    Test number
    598234377712
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass45,224 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    45,224 miles
    Test number
    916507239547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail45,097 miles (+7,115)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,097 miles
    Test number
    452783784277
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  11. Pass37,982 miles (+352)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    37,982 miles
    Test number
    310103293125
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
  12. Pass37,630 miles (+692)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    37,630 miles
    Test number
    211044127972
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
  13. Pass36,938 miles (+742)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    36,938 miles
    Test number
    235241538933
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass36,196 miles (+824)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    36,196 miles
    Test number
    872915747073
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Pass35,372 miles (+599)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    35,372 miles
    Test number
    245677388480
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Pass34,773 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    34,773 miles
    Test number
    349325314358
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked
  17. Fail34,773 miles (+598)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,773 miles
    Test number
    937295314391
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked
    • NoteNearside door mirror damaged
  18. Pass34,175 miles (+525)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    34,175 miles
    Test number
    598697513311
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have damage on outer side walls
  19. Pass33,650 miles (+1,067)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    33,650 miles
    Test number
    705903512301
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have slight damage to outer side walls
  20. Pass32,583 miles (+1,191)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    32,583 miles
    Test number
    648041421369
    • NoteCuts in offside rear tyre outer wall
    • NoteFront number plate cracked and in poor condition
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen
  21. Pass31,392 miles (+1,203)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    31,392 miles
    Test number
    192473620394
    • NoteFront number plate cracked and in poor condition
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen
  22. Pass30,189 miles (+1,641)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    30,189 miles
    Test number
    973083129394
    • NoteDamage to front of vehicle
    • NoteFront number plate cracked and in poor condition
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen
  23. Pass28,548 miles (+1,667)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    28,548 miles
    Test number
    441165228410
    • NoteFront number plate cracked and in poor condition
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen
  24. Pass26,881 miles (+1,838)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    26,881 miles
    Test number
    764975227382
    • NoteDamage to nearside front
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen
  25. Pass25,043 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    25,043 miles
    Test number
    774325526375
    • NoteCut in nearside rear tyre.
    • NoteFront number plate cracked.
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen.

Questions about X438 XPK

Does X438 XPK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X438 XPK is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X438 XPK?
The MOT on X438 XPK is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X438 XPK done?
X438 XPK was recorded at 119,368 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 4,837 miles a year.
Has X438 XPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X438 XPK has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on X438 XPK 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 X438 XPK find?
X438 XPK passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack.

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