MOT Status
ValidMileage
166,326 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test removed several items hanging from rear view mirror ()
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)
Exhaust system corroded
Undertray has slight damage
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nail in offside rear tyre
Nail in offside rear tyre
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
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)
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?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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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?
The MOT history for AK55 XDH shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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