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AK56 DYB

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

116,990 mi
Last recorded116,990 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 DYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2020 116,990 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 116,990 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 111,752 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

offside front spring fitted upside down

Pass 11 Aug 2018 107,168 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 107,163 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 98,722 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 11 Aug 2017 98,722 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 8 Aug 2016 93,953 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

although correctly located offside front coil spring appears to be a different fitment

front registration plate slightly damaged

nearside front tyre worn very close to the legal limit and shows severe wear to its inner shoulder

offside front tyre worn very close to the legal limit and shows severe wear to its inner shoulder

offside front windshield wiper worn

park brake efficiency only just met (17%)

Fail 8 Aug 2016 93,953 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

although correctly located offside front coil spring appears to be a different fitment

front registration plate slightly damaged

nearside front tyre worn very close to the legal limit and shows severe wear to its inner shoulder

offside front tyre worn very close to the legal limit and shows severe wear to its inner shoulder

offside front windshield wiper worn

park brake efficiency only just met (17%)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 85,303 miles

damage to nearside rear quarter panel

Fail 8 Aug 2015 85,303 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

damage to nearside rear quarter panel

Pass 21 Jul 2014 79,101 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 72,434 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 72,422 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 67,989 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 13 Aug 2011 57,805 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 57,805 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 39,536 miles

Advise:n/s/r tyre sidewall perishing

Advise:o/s/f wiper smears screen

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Fox?

Based on 688,416 MOT tests across 39,526 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
4,653
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
39,526
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 8,975
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,115
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,065
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,997
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AK56 DYB is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Fox models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 55,836 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Fox fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 8,975 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK56 DYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Fox typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Fox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AK56 DYB is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 11 September 2006.

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