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AD55 FHJ

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

181,763 mi
Last recorded181,763 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD55 FHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 181,763 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 158,344 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2023 158,001 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2023 157,793 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 146,788 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2020 108,959 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 100,630 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 97,004 miles

undertrays ftd

Pass 2 Sep 2016 90,866 miles

under trays ftd

Pass 21 Aug 2015 84,258 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 77,136 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2013 70,990 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 63,791 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2011 56,345 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 46,755 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 39,180 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 34,144 miles

Drivers side rear and passenger side rear seat belts not touched or tested due to child seats fitted.

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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AD55 FHJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AD55 FHJ, 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 AD55 FHJ registered?

AD55 FHJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 7 January 2006.

Is AD55 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD55 FHJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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