2006 Volkswagen Bora 1.9L Diesel · YH55 UBR
2006 Volkswagen Bora (1.9L, diesel). First registered 04 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 128,003 miles. MOT expired on 04 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BORA
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,003 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YH55 UBR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/06/2024
- 128,003 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YH55 UBR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volkswagen Bora (YH55 UBR) between May 2022 and June 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both said (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Front Position lamp not working both said (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
YH55 UBR Mileage History
- 26/05/2022119,838 mi
- 30/05/2023152,132 mi+32,294 mi
- 30/05/2023125,132 mi-27,000 mi
- 03/06/2024127,962 mi+2,830 mi
- 06/06/2024128,003 mi+41 mi
Average of roughly 4,020 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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