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YF55 VVB

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

113,348 mi
Last recorded113,348 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF55 VVB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 113,348 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2022 109,408 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2021 95,471 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 77,790 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 70,936 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 78,040 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 67,911 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2013 67,796 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 57,167 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 57,037 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 48,650 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 48,372 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 38,371 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 28,323 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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YF55 VVB is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YF55 VVB, 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 YF55 VVB registered?

YF55 VVB is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is YF55 VVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF55 VVB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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