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AD55 BWU

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

255,657 mi
Last recorded255,657 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD55 BWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 255,657 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 247,079 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 238,532 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 229,921 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 219,245 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 210,129 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 200,333 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 193,511 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement support bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 187,275 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 179,893 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 172,064 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 163,995 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 155,822 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 148,242 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 140,418 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 140,325 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 10 Dec 2010 131,926 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

screen chipped

tested wet and muddy

Pass 10 Dec 2010 131,926 miles

screen chipped

tested wet and muddy

Pass 23 Dec 2009 106,157 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 75,935 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bora?

Based on 807,643 MOT tests across 55,862 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
7,371
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
55,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32,842
position lamp(s) not working 23,390
Stop lamp not working 16,637
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,104
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,096
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AD55 BWU is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 90,885 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bora fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 32,842 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD55 BWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bora typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD55 BWU?

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What year was AD55 BWU registered?

AD55 BWU is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is AD55 BWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD55 BWU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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