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PX06 EFN

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

114,630 mi
Last recorded114,630 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX06 EFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 114,630 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2026 114,621 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt loose (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front wing sharpe edge corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2025 110,941 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 103,048 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 96,954 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 91,907 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 87,463 miles

Coil spring corroded N/s + O/s Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective N/s + O/s Front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Rear ( Centre ) (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s + O/s Rear ( Cracking ) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Mar 2021 87,459 miles

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle N/s Front (6.2.3 (a))

Headlamp lens seriously defective N/s + O/s Front (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm N/s + O/s Front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded N/s + O/s Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources N/s Rear (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Rear ( Centre ) (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s + O/s Rear ( Cracking ) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 82,327 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective N/s + O/s Front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Centre Rear (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s + O/s Front 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 73,611 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 68,561 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 59,140 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 50,342 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 44,944 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)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 42,470 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 38,918 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 38,905 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 May 2011 35,874 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 32,546 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 25,244 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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PX06 EFN is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 PX06 EFN, 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 PX06 EFN registered?

PX06 EFN is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 3 March 2006.

Is PX06 EFN safe to buy?

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