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AK56 XZY

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 XZY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2021

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

corrosion on rear springs / under covers fitted

front number plate damage / millage unable to read / n/s headlight adjuster inop / rear box corroding / damage to n/s/f wing x bumper

Fail 8 Jan 2021

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

corrosion on rear springs / under covers fitted

front number plate damage / millage unable to read / n/s headlight adjuster inop / rear box corroding / damage to n/s/f wing x bumper

Pass 9 Jan 2020

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2019 101,091 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Headlamp levelling switch glued in position, unable to operate. (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Brake hose outer layer split, internal canvas visible. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Brake hose outer layer deteriorated/cracked. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim within tolerance however manual adjust not working.

Fail 22 Nov 2019 100,983 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 95,623 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2017 93,272 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

osr bump stop split.

Fail 21 Oct 2017 93,139 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake caliper modified and seriously weakened seized caliper (3.5.1n)

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 83,975 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 15 Oct 2016 83,975 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Oct 2015 75,823 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2015 75,820 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 68,501 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Oct 2014 68,501 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2013 59,932 miles

O/S FRONT TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE.

Fail 23 Oct 2013 59,932 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

O/S FRONT TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE.

Pass 19 Oct 2012 52,786 miles

Fuel filter corroded

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

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 19 Oct 2012 52,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel filter corroded

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

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Oct 2011 45,909 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2011 45,909 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 38,241 miles

n/s/r and n/s/f tyre walls perished

Pass 22 Oct 2009 29,778 miles

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 XZY is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 XZY, 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 XZY is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 24 October 2006.

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