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BD06 YML

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

97,758 mi
Last recorded97,758 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD06 YML
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 97,758 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 91,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 83,105 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 77,229 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Jun 2021 70,913 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall . bad (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall . bad. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine missfire .

Fail 27 May 2021 70,908 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall . bad (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall . bad. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine missfire .

Pass 26 May 2020 69,011 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 66,824 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 63,928 miles

both rear tyres feathering on inner edges

Fail 4 Jun 2018 63,893 miles

Emissions not tested unable to stable fast idle speed/rough running (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

rear coil springs appear incorrect, upper location

Pass 25 May 2017 58,952 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 54,516 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 48,796 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 43,137 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 37,114 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 31,371 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 24,524 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 18,606 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 9,578 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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BD06 YML is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BD06 YML, 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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What year was BD06 YML registered?

BD06 YML is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 12 June 2006.

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