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RN55 SFO

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

182,140 mi
Last recorded182,140 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN55 SFO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 182,140 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 165,750 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 153,725 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2016 153,725 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 138,291 miles

centre exhaust has a leak due to corrosion

Pass 23 Jan 2014 122,337 miles

Front lower wishbone rear bushes have slight movement in the bushes

Pass 18 Jan 2013 107,692 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 91,738 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 76,429 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 76,304 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 60,899 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 45,501 miles

All tyres wearing more on outer edges.

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

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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RN55 SFO is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RN55 SFO, 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

How do I check the history of RN55 SFO?

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What year was RN55 SFO registered?

RN55 SFO is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is RN55 SFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN55 SFO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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