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GL55 LLA

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

153,316 mi
Last recorded153,316 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 LLA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 153,316 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on its inner edge

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn on its inner edge

Passenger front seatbelt mechanism outer casing missing

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Jan 2018 153,316 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on its inner edge

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn on its inner edge

Passenger front seatbelt mechanism outer casing missing

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 148,052 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both passenger and drivers ()

Fail 3 Feb 2017 147,982 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both passenger and drivers ()

Pass 5 Feb 2016 142,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm 225/45r17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm 225/45r17 (4.1.E.1)

child seats fitted

engine covers and under car cover fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2015 137,163 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nearside front seat belt buckle cover broken

Fail 5 Feb 2015 137,159 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nearside front seat belt buckle cover broken

rear brakes binding

Pass 4 Feb 2014 131,259 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 112,374 miles

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

front number plate deteriated slightly

Fail 2 Feb 2013 112,374 miles

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

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

front number plate deteriated slightly

Pass 11 Feb 2012 98,295 miles

Engine warning lamp on

Fail 3 Feb 2011 81,865 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate non-reflective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 81,865 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 64,800 miles

Offside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

engine management lamp on

Pass 7 Feb 2009 49,252 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2009 49,252 miles

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

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

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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GL55 LLA is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GL55 LLA, 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.

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What year was GL55 LLA registered?

GL55 LLA is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 14 February 2006.

Is GL55 LLA safe to buy?

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