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AK55 XDH

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

166,326 mi
Last recorded166,326 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 XDH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 166,326 miles

front brakes becoming out of balance

general corrosion on underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components

nearside and offside inner sills corroded/weak - requires attention

nearside front brake pads worn - recommend replacement

rear brake discs corroded/scored. brake pads very worn (offside) STRONG ADVISORY/recommend replacement

Pass 5 Feb 2024 162,261 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fuel tank straps corroding

handbrake efficiency just meets requirements

o/s handbrake low efficiency

some free play in both suspension tops

Pass 2 Feb 2023 159,720 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

front sills corroding

Fail 2 Feb 2023 159,720 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

front sills corroding

Pass 28 Jan 2022 155,686 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

fuel tank straps corroded

o/s handbrake cable stiff

o/s handbrake not fully returning

Fail 28 Jan 2022 155,686 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

fuel tank straps corroded

o/s handbrake cable stiff

o/s handbrake not fully returning

Pass 15 Dec 2020 151,594 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

fuel tank straps corroding

o/s front arch needs attention

o/s handbrake not fully returning

some free play in front suspension tops

Pass 25 Nov 2019 149,841 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

front sills distorted

fuel tank straps corroded

o/s handbrake not fully returning

Fail 25 Nov 2019 149,841 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

front sills distorted

fuel tank straps corroded

o/s handbrake not fully returning

Pass 14 Nov 2018 145,409 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 138,868 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test removed several items hanging from rear view mirror ()

Pass 19 Nov 2016 133,747 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section leaking (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 126,624 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 116,133 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Undertray has slight damage

Pass 26 Sep 2013 105,010 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 94,978 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 81,424 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 68,857 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 20 Sep 2010 68,857 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 53,450 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 44,129 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 Jan 2009 44,127 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AK55 XDH is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 AK55 XDH, 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 AK55 XDH registered?

AK55 XDH is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 14 January 2006.

Is AK55 XDH safe to buy?

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