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EF56 SKO

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

45,780 mi
Last recorded45,780 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 SKO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 45,780 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

both front tyre treads wearing on inner edges

Pass 20 Jun 2025 44,655 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both offside & nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both offside & nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear tailgate unable to be opened from outside - still able to gain access

bodywork damage to rear of vehicle - not resulting in sharp edges

brake servo pipe deteriorated - not leaking

Fail 12 Jun 2025 44,655 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both offside & nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both offside & nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear tailgate unable to be opened from outside - still able to gain access

bodywork damage to rear of vehicle - not resulting in sharp edges

brake servo pipe deteriorated - not leaking

Pass 10 Jun 2024 42,392 miles

Front number plate damaged

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 40,491 miles

Bodywork damage to rear of vehicle - not resulting in sharp edges

Brake servo pipe deteriorated - not leaking

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both offside & nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear tailgate unable to be opened from outside - still able to gain access

Pass 9 Jun 2022 36,117 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 29,664 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 24,333 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2019 20,428 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 19,497 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 18,069 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

o/s/rear tyre has minor wall damage

Pass 10 May 2016 16,746 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

wiper blade starting to split

Pass 13 May 2015 15,939 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 14,972 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 18,156 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 12,887 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 11,015 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 6,319 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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EF56 SKO is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 EF56 SKO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF56 SKO registered?

EF56 SKO is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 4 December 2006.

Is EF56 SKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 SKO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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