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GF06 XLA

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

94,688 mi
Last recorded94,688 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 XLA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 94,688 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 85,708 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 24 Apr 2018 85,708 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 81,602 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 81,556 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Bumper area (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced Beam incorrect (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 76,594 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 31 Oct 2015 76,564 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 67,966 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 60,033 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 59,993 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 51,003 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 46,508 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 1 Feb 2012 46,508 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 34,860 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 22,792 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 22,089 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2009 17,893 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 XLA is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GF06 XLA, 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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GF06 XLA is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 11 May 2006.

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