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FY06 VUO

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

96,011 mi
Last recorded96,011 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY06 VUO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 96,011 miles

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

Rear box corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2023
Fail 15 Nov 2023

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2022
Fail 24 Nov 2022

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 81,082 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 81,082 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2020

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2019
Fail 10 Oct 2019

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2018
Fail 12 Oct 2018

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 39,405 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 39,405 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 35,083 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 32,169 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 29,626 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 29,050 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 25,313 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 21,834 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 8,409 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 VUO is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FY06 VUO, 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

How do I check the history of FY06 VUO?

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What year was FY06 VUO registered?

FY06 VUO is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 28 April 2006.

Is FY06 VUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY06 VUO shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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