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GF56 MPV

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

99,301 mi
Last recorded99,301 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 MPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 99,301 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2025 98,288 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2025

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 93,847 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases along flexi pipe slight damage and leak , sound not normal (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 90,050 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Oct 2023 90,049 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn dust cover damaged (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH SIDES (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 84,641 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 79,968 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack below 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 76,213 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 76,211 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 71,914 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 67,796 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 63,343 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 53,209 miles

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall scuffed and cracking

Pass 13 Jan 2015 43,553 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 36,534 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 29,930 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 29,930 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 28,959 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 23,301 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 18,920 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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GF56 MPV is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GF56 MPV, 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 GF56 MPV registered?

GF56 MPV is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 27 December 2006.

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