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EJ06 CNY

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

57,813 mi
Last recorded57,813 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ06 CNY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 57,813 miles

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

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2026 57,813 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted to the extent the tyre is likely to become detached (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 57,588 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 57,143 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 56,659 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 56,180 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 56,175 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2021 55,671 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2021 55,666 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 49,740 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 47,663 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 44,870 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 41,875 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 39,036 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 36,461 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 32,441 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 28,590 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 24,367 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 20,441 miles

drivers side headlamp aim just in spec

Fail 21 Jul 2011 20,278 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

drivers side headlamp aim just in spec

Pass 21 Jul 2010 16,415 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 12,093 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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EJ06 CNY is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EJ06 CNY, 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 EJ06 CNY registered?

EJ06 CNY is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 22 August 2006.

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The MOT history for EJ06 CNY shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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