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DE56 RYB

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,438 mi
Last recorded117,438 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE56 RYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2020 117,438 miles

N/S/F CV boot split at small end

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Reverse lights not working

Pass 9 Aug 2019 112,681 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 107,276 miles

N/S/F CV boot split at small end

Fail 17 Aug 2018 107,276 miles

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected O/S ABS wire (4.11 (a) (ii))

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

N/S/F CV boot split at small end

Pass 18 Aug 2017 99,545 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 88,463 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2016 88,463 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated damaged (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 73,209 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 54,149 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 34,978 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 23,837 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front offside and nearside tyre sidewall's are perished

Pass 14 Oct 2011 16,739 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 12,946 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 12,946 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 8,970 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 8,970 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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DE56 RYB is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DE56 RYB, 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 DE56 RYB registered?

DE56 RYB is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is DE56 RYB safe to buy?

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