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LA55 CFN

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

137,231 mi
Last recorded137,231 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 CFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 137,231 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 131,806 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 130,111 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 125,772 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 122,251 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 110,424 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 May 2019 110,424 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 99,851 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Fail 19 Mar 2018 99,851 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 89,521 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 79,014 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 69,857 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 60,223 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 50,371 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 43,819 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 43,816 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 37,517 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 29,125 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 20,487 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LA55 CFN 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 84.2%.

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 LA55 CFN, 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 LA55 CFN registered?

LA55 CFN is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 11 February 2006.

Is LA55 CFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA55 CFN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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