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FH55 TFY

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

135,500 mi
Last recorded135,500 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH55 TFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 135,500 miles

All round car slightly damaged

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 124,647 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Jan 2017 108,315 miles

both rear coil springs corroded

headlights deteriorated

nearside rear arch appears filled

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

both rear brake hoses cable tied

Pass 14 Jan 2016 91,401 miles

both sides rear brake hoses cable tied.

brake pedal has long travel

car appears damaged repaired and freshly painted

n/s arch area appear fillered and painted, customer said welded underneath, benefit given

Fail 14 Jan 2016 91,401 miles

Wheel bolt(s) missing 1x in each wheel (4.2.A.1e)

both sides rear brake hoses cable tied.

brake pedal has long travel

car appears damaged repaired and freshly painted

n/s arch area appear fillered and painted, customer said welded underneath, benefit given

Pass 4 Apr 2013 85,633 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 73,552 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 57,657 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 42,681 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 32,022 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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FH55 TFY is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 87,726 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 FH55 TFY, 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 20 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 FH55 TFY registered?

FH55 TFY is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 25 January 2006.

Is FH55 TFY safe to buy?

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