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FV56 EAE

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

142,423 mi
Last recorded142,423 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 EAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2023 142,423 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 141,992 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 139,287 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underneath in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 127,257 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 106,948 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 87,946 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2017 68,516 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre slight perished

Pass 17 Sep 2016 67,290 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 60,980 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 59,315 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)

Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Sep 2013 50,382 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 44,773 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 44,773 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 35,775 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 26,633 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 26,633 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 19,118 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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FV56 EAE is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FV56 EAE, 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 FV56 EAE registered?

FV56 EAE is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 26 October 2006.

Is FV56 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV56 EAE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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