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GW55 KLZ

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

196,154 mi
Last recorded196,154 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW55 KLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 196,154 miles

under the vehicle corroded

Pass 31 Dec 2024 180,492 miles

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

Fail 31 Dec 2024 180,492 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2023 160,293 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Jan 2023 143,335 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 117,590 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 99,768 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 82,117 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 May 2018 71,455 miles

Abnormal noise noted from engine belts area at idle

Both front indicators slightly discoloured

Both headlamps lenses 'frosted', light output slightly dim.

Fluid leak, but not excessive evidence of coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front suspension arms bushes perishing

Offside Parking brake effort very low

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

Fail 31 May 2018 71,455 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Abnormal noise noted from engine belts area at idle

Both front indicators slightly discoloured

Both headlamps lenses 'frosted', light output slightly dim.

Fluid leak, but not excessive evidence of coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front suspension arms bushes perishing

Offside Parking brake effort very low

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 64,950 miles

Front Brake discs lipped, worn

Offside Handbrake cable/linkage slightly seizing, sticking

Fail 31 May 2017 64,916 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake discs lipped, worn

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit & wearing heavily on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Handbrake cable/linkage slightly seizing, sticking

Pass 30 Jun 2015 50,976 miles

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 43,739 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Jul 2014 43,739 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jun 2013 33,534 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

service light on

Pass 27 Jun 2013 33,534 miles

service light on

Pass 20 Jun 2012 31,945 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre deteriorated and perished on outer sidewall

nearside rear tyre deteriorated and perished on outer sidewall

Pass 30 Jun 2011 29,846 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 27,357 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 23,025 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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GW55 KLZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GW55 KLZ, 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 GW55 KLZ registered?

GW55 KLZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 13 February 2006.

Is GW55 KLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW55 KLZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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