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FY06 DPF

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

41,383 mi
Last recorded41,383 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY06 DPF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 41,383 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2024 39,063 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2023 36,193 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 33,523 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 27,636 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 21,595 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 21,591 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 18,626 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 14,596 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 12,677 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 11,009 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 11 May 2015 8,908 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre cracked

nearside rear tyre cracked

offside front tyre cracked

offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 22 Apr 2014 8,043 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2013 7,484 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 6,839 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 5,969 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 5,024 miles

Front wipers smear

Pass 12 May 2009 3,932 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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FY06 DPF 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 94.4%.

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 FY06 DPF, 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 FY06 DPF registered?

FY06 DPF is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 16 May 2006.

Is FY06 DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY06 DPF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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