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DN06 HZL

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

121,049 mi
Last recorded121,049 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN06 HZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2025 121,049 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2023 116,428 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Jan 2023 116,420 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 103,687 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 88,692 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 76,249 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 76,249 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 65,540 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 58,774 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Fail 1 Dec 2017 58,732 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)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 53,999 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Fail 12 Dec 2016 53,999 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 50,632 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 38,654 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2014 38,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 34,548 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 32,087 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 28,404 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 22,280 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 21,557 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 18,753 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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DN06 HZL is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 DN06 HZL, 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 DN06 HZL registered?

DN06 HZL is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 24 July 2006.

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The MOT history for DN06 HZL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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