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CX06 YMJ

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

98,626 mi
Last recorded98,626 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX06 YMJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 May 2026 98,626 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 May 2025 97,398 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 May 2024 94,421 miles

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

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

Under vehicle covers fitted restricts view of test items

Pass 13 May 2023 91,658 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 88,965 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 86,180 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 83,733 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 80,218 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 76,239 miles

Front Sound deadening material not fully secure flexi section damaged, rear section corroded baffels starting to collapse (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 May 2018 76,239 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened rear bush (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened foulling the subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Sound deadening material not fully secure flexi section damaged, rear section corroded baffels starting to collapse (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 72,644 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 67,433 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 64,095 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 61,540 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 61,540 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 55,017 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 46,731 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 38,172 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 26,348 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 14,350 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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CX06 YMJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 CX06 YMJ, 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 CX06 YMJ registered?

CX06 YMJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 23 June 2006.

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