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RK55 OCF

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

147,837 mi
Last recorded147,837 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK55 OCF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 147,837 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 147,807 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2024 145,118 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2024 144,697 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 122,230 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2023 122,227 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 114,545 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2021 114,545 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2020 111,017 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both headlamps hazy

Pass 16 Aug 2019 107,250 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 101,607 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 95,813 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 91,065 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 85,527 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 85,527 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 79,945 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 73,295 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Aug 2012 68,328 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/R tyre perishing

Play in O/S/F inner rack joint

Slight play in N/S/F inner rack joint

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 62,635 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 54,901 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 44,944 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 44,944 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 37,014 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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RK55 OCF is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 90,885 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 RK55 OCF, 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 21 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 RK55 OCF registered?

RK55 OCF is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is RK55 OCF safe to buy?

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