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A21 HBH

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

122,608 mi
Last recorded122,608 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 HBH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 122,608 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 114,476 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))

Nearside Rear mist oil caliper

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 107,270 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 107,192 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 107,192 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 103,570 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 100,673 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2019 97,245 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 91,760 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 86,406 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 80,178 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished (cracking)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 73,749 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 67,438 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on inner edges and cracks around nearside tread

Fail 1 Oct 2014 67,388 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on inner edges and cracks around nearside tread

Pass 23 Sep 2013 60,896 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 54,258 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 47,616 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 40,962 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 34,574 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 23,242 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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A21 HBH 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 90%.

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 A21 HBH, 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 A21 HBH registered?

A21 HBH is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 16 January 2006.

Is A21 HBH safe to buy?

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