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FY56 XKK

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

91,905 mi
Last recorded91,905 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 XKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 91,905 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ flexy joint (7.1.2)

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 8 Apr 2015 88,571 miles

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

engine oil level above minimum mark on dipstick.

mil light illuminated on dashboard.

Fail 8 Apr 2015 88,570 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

engine oil level above minimum mark on dipstick.

mil light illuminated on dashboard.

Pass 27 Mar 2014 81,054 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 81,052 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 75,222 miles

n/s and o/s front lower rear suspension arm bushes deteriorated,

Fail 26 Jan 2013 75,037 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

epc indicator and eng management light illuminated.

n/s and o/s front lower rear suspension arm bushes deteriorated,

o/s rear tyre outer sidewall rubber deteriorated.

Pass 14 Jan 2012 54,253 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 40,612 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 15,296 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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FY56 XKK is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FY56 XKK, 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 FY56 XKK registered?

FY56 XKK is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 20 October 2006.

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