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LB55 WYV

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

66,256 mi
Last recorded66,256 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 WYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 66,256 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 57,987 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 50,251 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 49,379 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 46,533 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 17 Jan 2022 46,506 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 42,918 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 40,152 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 38,387 miles

Offside Rear Tyre valve starting to deteriorate

Pass 8 Jan 2018 36,927 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 35,418 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 34,252 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 34,251 miles

Offside Fuel pipe leaking underneath vehicle (7.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 32,367 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 29,994 miles

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

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

signs of diesel by fuel cooler unable to see any major leak

Fail 2 Jan 2014 29,994 miles

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

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

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

signs of diesel by fuel cooler unable to see any major leak

Pass 20 Dec 2012 25,950 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 23,431 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 20,510 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 16,808 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 20 Jan 2010 16,807 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Dec 2008 13,806 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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LB55 WYV is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LB55 WYV, 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 LB55 WYV registered?

LB55 WYV is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 18 January 2006.

Is LB55 WYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB55 WYV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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