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HG55 YKX

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

204,664 mi
Last recorded204,664 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG55 YKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 204,664 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2026 204,369 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2025 204,156 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 197,038 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 28 Nov 2020 197,038 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 30 May 2019 181,857 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 169,959 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear silencer heavily corroded

Fail 6 Jun 2018 169,959 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear silencer heavily corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2017 159,552 miles

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 5 Jun 2017 159,552 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 27 May 2016 150,958 miles

Front Both front dip beams have poor beam images.

Offside Rear Brake binding slightly

Fail 27 May 2016 150,958 miles

Front Both front dip beams have poor beam images.

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake binding slightly

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 139,877 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside front inner wheel arch liner damaged but still secure

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside front inner wheel arch liner damaged but still secure

Rear exhaust silencer outer shell corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2014 130,878 miles

Both rear tyres perishing on side walls.

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

passenger side front inner splash shield broken but is secure.

Pass 27 Feb 2013 119,202 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 108,356 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 105,871 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 102,644 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 96,159 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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HG55 YKX is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 HG55 YKX, 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 HG55 YKX registered?

HG55 YKX is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 February 2006.

Is HG55 YKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG55 YKX shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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