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BT55 USU

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

105,368 mi
Last recorded105,368 miles
Recorded on4 May 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 USU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2024 105,368 miles

Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Fail 4 May 2024 105,368 miles

Offside Position lamp not working All (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering locking device ineffective Track rod end locking nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 96,232 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 91,864 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 90,673 miles

Front 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))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 88,149 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 88,149 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 84,723 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge. (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre perishing on outer wall.

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 80,293 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 75,609 miles

Axle swivel joint has slight play rear bushes (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Oct 2015 75,609 miles

Axle swivel joint has slight play rear bushes (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 70,764 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 66,740 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 61,706 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 12 Nov 2012 61,706 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 55,939 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 50,990 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 45,233 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 41,933 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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BT55 USU is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BT55 USU, 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 BT55 USU registered?

BT55 USU is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 15 January 2006.

Is BT55 USU safe to buy?

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