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2003 Volkswagen Bora 1.9L Diesel · EX53 DCO

EX53 DCO

2003 Volkswagen Bora (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 167,540 miles. MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN BORA
Year / Origin
2003 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 16 Jun 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
167,540 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 16 Jun 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2003
Engine
1896cc
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EX53 DCO Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/06/2026
  • 167,540 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

EX53 DCO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 9 Nov 2026, 12:01
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Bora (EX53 DCO) between February 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

EX53 DCO Mileage History

  1. 04/02/2023144,472 mi
  2. 01/02/2024152,196 mi+7,724 mi
  3. 06/02/2025163,146 mi+10,950 mi
  4. 18/06/2026167,540 mi+4,394 mi

Average of roughly 6,850 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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