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GF06 VAX

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

78,794 mi
Last recorded78,794 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 VAX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2024 78,794 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 59,587 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 54,891 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 53,532 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 53,200 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2020 53,121 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 52,818 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 51,809 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 51,027 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 49,717 miles

Front Flexi mesh broken

Pass 20 Apr 2015 47,664 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 44,605 miles

offside door mirror glass is damaged

Pass 8 May 2013 38,846 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2012 33,498 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 27,591 miles

damage to nearside outer sill

damage to offside door

light corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 11 May 2010 23,248 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 16,663 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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GF06 VAX 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 94.1%.

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 GF06 VAX, 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 GF06 VAX registered?

GF06 VAX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 20 May 2006.

Is GF06 VAX safe to buy?

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