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FL56 UVZ

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

53,933 mi
Last recorded53,933 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL56 UVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 53,933 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 51,421 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 51,421 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 49,528 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn close too the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 47,467 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 47,467 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 44,987 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 44,987 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 41,809 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 38,610 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 35,685 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 31,920 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 28,313 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 23,349 miles

nearside and offside tyres side walls cracking

Pass 3 Sep 2011 19,086 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2011 19,086 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 16,059 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 12,397 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 12,397 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 UVZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 UVZ, 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 FL56 UVZ registered?

FL56 UVZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 18 September 2006.

Is FL56 UVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL56 UVZ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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