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AJ55 XPU

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

93,919 mi
Last recorded93,919 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 XPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 93,919 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 88,984 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 88,924 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 86,297 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2022 81,981 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 72,918 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 70,002 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 61,901 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 61,901 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 60,368 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 57,279 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 53,958 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 49,876 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 45,445 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 40,908 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 37,408 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2008 29,088 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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AJ55 XPU is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AJ55 XPU, 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

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What year was AJ55 XPU registered?

AJ55 XPU is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is AJ55 XPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 XPU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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