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FH06 VBL

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,821 mi
Last recorded82,821 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH06 VBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2017 82,821 miles

Oil leak ()

both front lower arm rear bushes staring to split slightly

drivers wing mirror backing incomplete(no sharp edges)

front wipers slightly split still clearing screen at present

Pass 10 Dec 2016 78,425 miles

engine management lamp illuminated

oil leak from oil filter

Fail 10 Dec 2016 78,425 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

engine management lamp illuminated

oil leak from oil filter

Pass 10 Aug 2015 66,616 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 Aug 2015 66,553 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 May 2014 54,631 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 13 May 2013 44,562 miles

Slight leak on exhaust pipe flexible joint

Pass 19 May 2012 36,763 miles

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)

Pass 16 May 2011 29,068 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2010 21,924 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 15,336 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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FH06 VBL is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 FH06 VBL, 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 FH06 VBL registered?

FH06 VBL is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is FH06 VBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH06 VBL shows 11 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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