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FP56 GNO

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2025
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP56 GNO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Fail 8 Oct 2025

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak CENTRE CONNECTOR LEAKING (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

ALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE CORRODED

Nearside Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024
Pass 2 Nov 2023

Rear ALL REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE CORRODED

Rear EXHAUST BACKBOX IS HEAVILY CORRODED

Pass 31 Oct 2022 89,969 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 89,967 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 89,308 miles

Rear section of exhaust heavily corroded

Fail 28 Oct 2021 89,307 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear section of exhaust heavily corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2020 88,409 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 87,374 miles

advise 2 LEDs inop in high level brake lamp

advise PAS pipes corroded (down n/s/f chassis rails)

advise both front flexi brake hose ferrules are corroded

advise both rear axel bushes are deteriorated and de-bonded slightly (no excessive movement)

advise drivers seat belt is slow to retract

advise exhaust front pipe and centre sleeve is deteriorated/corroded

advise handbrake travel is high

advise n/s/f coil spring corroded and catching wheel arch liner slightly

advise n/s/r shock absorber weeping oil

advise o/s/r coil spring corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2018 83,103 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2018 83,103 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 78,403 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 73,597 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Oct 2016 73,595 miles

Braking system leaking brake servo pipe split/ leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 68,159 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 61,585 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 61,585 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 54,666 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Oct 2013 54,666 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 46,763 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 39,414 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 33,291 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 33,291 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 27,935 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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FP56 GNO is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP56 GNO, 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 FP56 GNO registered?

FP56 GNO is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 28 October 2006.

Is FP56 GNO safe to buy?

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