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GL55 NYS

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

134,857 mi
Last recorded134,857 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 134,857 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 123,534 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 105,985 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 105,985 miles

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 2 May 2015 94,974 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 May 2014 89,346 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 89,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 82,837 miles

Both front tyres cracking in tread pattern around circumference.

Both headlamps deteriorated and giving reduced light output.

Both rear tyres close to limit and starting to go out of shape on edges.

Front wishbone, rear bushes starting to peel away from bonding.

Fail 16 Apr 2013 82,837 miles

Both front tyres cracking in tread pattern around circumference.

Both headlamps deteriorated and giving reduced light output.

Both rear tyres close to limit and starting to go out of shape on edges.

Front wishbone, rear bushes starting to peel away from bonding.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 77,036 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 71,338 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear disc pitted on inside edge

offside and nearside outer rear brake pads low near pad on limit and inside pads look low or on limit

Pass 12 Mar 2010 64,487 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 64,477 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 50,243 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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GL55 NYS is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NYS, 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 NYS registered?

GL55 NYS is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 20 January 2006.

Is GL55 NYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL55 NYS shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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