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EJ56 JGY

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

81,888 mi
Last recorded81,888 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ56 JGY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 81,888 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 78,768 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 75,731 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 71,490 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 65,823 miles

both rear tyres sidewalls slightly deteriorated

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 17 Nov 2012 58,187 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 24 Oct 2011 48,201 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres sidewalls have some age related cracking

Pass 24 Oct 2011 48,201 miles

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

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

both rear tyres sidewalls have some age related cracking

Pass 1 Nov 2010 37,731 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 29,478 miles

o/s/f tyre is worn on both edges

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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EJ56 JGY is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EJ56 JGY, 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 EJ56 JGY registered?

EJ56 JGY is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 31 October 2006.

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