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LD06 FMX

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

92,990 mi
Last recorded92,990 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD06 FMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 92,990 miles

Coolant leak from engine

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

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

Fail 16 Jun 2026 92,990 miles

Coolant leak from engine

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2025 86,852 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 78,152 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 69,183 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 55,485 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 44,404 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 44,403 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 37,656 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 37,505 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 36,238 miles

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Nov 2018 36,238 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 35,342 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 34,159 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 32,649 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 28 Aug 2015 32,649 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2014 31,658 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 27,189 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2013 27,189 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 26,004 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 20,734 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 15,280 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 10,019 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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LD06 FMX is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LD06 FMX, 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 LD06 FMX registered?

LD06 FMX is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is LD06 FMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD06 FMX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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