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PJ55 ZBV

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

144,195 mi
Last recorded144,195 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 ZBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2021 144,195 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 139,485 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front wing corroded

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Jan 2020 139,409 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 127,595 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshners from mirror ()

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 118,126 miles

Front subframe badly rusted

O/s/f tyre low on tread

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

Pass 3 Jan 2017 107,685 miles

Both front tyres close to min. wear indicator

Front subframe rusted

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

Fail 3 Jan 2017 107,685 miles

Both front tyres close to min. wear indicator

Front subframe rusted

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2015 98,857 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 92,680 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 84,515 miles

advise fuel system treatment.

Pass 8 Jan 2013 75,847 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 66,104 miles

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

Rear discs worn, scored & coroded

Rear discs worn, scored & coroded

Fail 5 Jan 2012 66,104 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear discs worn, scored & coroded

Pass 5 Jan 2011 54,789 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 44,809 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 33,943 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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PJ55 ZBV is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PJ55 ZBV, 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 PJ55 ZBV registered?

PJ55 ZBV is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 6 January 2006.

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