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FL56 EFX

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL56 EFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Rear Rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 27 Sep 2024
Fail 23 Sep 2024

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up on wrong side (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up on wrong side (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush insecure securing bolt nut missing (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2023

Central Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Spare tyre defective ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 12 Sep 2023

Central Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Spare tyre defective ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2022
Fail 20 Sep 2022

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2021

flexi mesh split

Pass 24 Feb 2018

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front tyre cracked and perishing

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm cracked and perishing (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front tyre cracked and perishing

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm cracked and perishing (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak gearbox ()

Pass 26 Aug 2016 77,946 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2016 77,822 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 71,285 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 62,249 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 50,986 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 39,207 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 28,243 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 18,151 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 13,750 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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FL56 EFX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FL56 EFX, 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 FL56 EFX registered?

FL56 EFX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 7 September 2006.

Is FL56 EFX safe to buy?

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