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WU06 GXJ

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

90,613 mi
Last recorded90,613 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU06 GXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 90,613 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 90,548 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play Steering rack inner joint (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 86,073 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 86,062 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 80,417 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 74,605 miles

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)

both front headlamps discoloured

front discs slightly corroded on inner

Pass 18 Mar 2014 66,894 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 60,062 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 53,744 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 53,744 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 46,273 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 37,187 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 29,031 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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WU06 GXJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WU06 GXJ, 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 WU06 GXJ registered?

WU06 GXJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 2 March 2006.

Is WU06 GXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU06 GXJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WU06 GXJ have outstanding finance?

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