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FV55 OVF

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

158,390 mi
Last recorded158,390 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 OVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2023 158,390 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 152,905 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 132,874 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 112,653 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Feb 2018 104,587 miles

Nearside front inner rack end

Pass 18 Feb 2017 97,632 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 13 Feb 2016 92,431 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 86,475 miles

Rear exhaust bracket broken but system still supported

Pass 22 Jan 2014 71,064 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 58,906 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 48,959 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 38,719 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS PITTED

Fail 17 Jan 2011 38,719 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS PITTED

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 31,544 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 23,014 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 23,014 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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FV55 OVF is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FV55 OVF, 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 FV55 OVF registered?

FV55 OVF is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 13 February 2006.

Is FV55 OVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 OVF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV55 OVF have outstanding finance?

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