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GF56 PRX

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

117,417 mi
Last recorded117,417 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 PRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 117,417 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 117,417 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 101,858 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2016 101,858 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 90,030 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

both rear tyres close to limit

movement in nearside steering rack end

Pass 31 Oct 2014 82,738 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

heat sheild lose and small cracks on tread on all tyres

slight knock on front brakes and offside suspension

Fail 30 Oct 2014 82,695 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2013 75,949 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 75,949 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 66,801 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 60,087 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 54,216 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 54,216 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 45,656 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 PRX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 GF56 PRX, 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

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What year was GF56 PRX registered?

GF56 PRX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 25 October 2006.

Is GF56 PRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 PRX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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