The road tax status for LC55 EXL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for LC55 EXL?

The MOT for LC55 EXL is valid and due for renewal on or before 24 July 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of LC55 EXL?

The recorded mileage for LC55 EXL is 183,954 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is LC55 EXL ULEZ compliant?

No, LC55 EXL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.9L Diesel · LC55 EXL

LC55 EXL

2005 Volkswagen Bora (1.9L, diesel). First registered 17/10/2005. Recorded mileage 183,954 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN BORA
Year / Origin: 2005 · Stanmore (North London)
MOT Status: Valid until 24/07/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 183,954 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 24/07/2026

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Mileage: 183,954 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2005
Engine: 1896cc

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LC55 EXL Key Findings

24 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 26/07/2025
183,954 miles recorded at latest MOT
7 historical MOT failures
14 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (24 mentions)

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/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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LC55 EXL Mileage History

09/06/200817,510 mi
15/07/200923,871 mi+6,361 mi
15/07/200923,871 mi
28/09/201030,821 mi+6,950 mi
28/09/201030,821 mi
19/09/201136,697 mi+5,876 mi
17/09/201243,886 mi+7,189 mi
16/09/201349,877 mi+5,991 mi
17/09/201349,877 mi
25/09/201455,106 mi+5,229 mi
14/09/201559,631 mi+4,525 mi
15/09/201559,633 mi+2 mi
15/09/201674,677 mi+15,044 mi
07/09/201793,980 mi+19,303 mi
25/08/2018112,778 mi+18,798 mi
29/08/2018112,977 mi+199 mi
27/09/2019142,203 mi+29,226 mi
26/09/2020157,261 mi+15,058 mi
24/09/2021170,707 mi+13,446 mi
28/09/2022179,364 mi+8,657 mi
02/05/2024181,708 mi+2,344 mi
07/05/2024181,708 mi
26/07/2025183,954 mi+2,246 mi
26/07/2025183,954 mi

Average of roughly 9,718 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.

LC55 EXL MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 9 Sept 2026, 21:15

MOT Analysis

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24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Bora (LC55 EXL) between June 2008 and July 2025.

The record contains 17 passes and 7 failures.

The most recent test on 26 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (24 issues), Brakes (20 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Bodywork (8 issues), Tyres (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 71 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))”.

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