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EX06 XWM

2006 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

90,754 mi
Last recorded90,754 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Bora87,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX06 XWM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2024 90,754 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 88,067 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 86,176 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 83,993 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 77,893 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 73,596 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 69,852 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 69,852 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 65,417 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 65,417 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 60,728 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 60,708 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 55,570 miles

power steering belt perished

Pass 29 Feb 2012 51,102 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 44,835 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2010 36,951 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 27,577 miles

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

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

front tyres worn on inside (check tracking)

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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EX06 XWM is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EX06 XWM, 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 EX06 XWM registered?

EX06 XWM is a 2006 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is EX06 XWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX06 XWM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX06 XWM have outstanding finance?

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