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GJ56 XJT

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 XJT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026
Fail 12 Jun 2026

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2025
Pass 13 Mar 2024
Pass 24 Mar 2023
Pass 28 Feb 2022
Pass 5 Oct 2020

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2020

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 71,144 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rack end joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2019 71,144 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rack end joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 63,196 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 3 Apr 2017 59,639 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 59,630 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 55,831 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 52,389 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)

both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 26 Mar 2015 52,389 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 25 Mar 2014 45,014 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 41,074 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 39,240 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 34,185 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 34,185 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 26,237 miles

both front tyrers wearing on edges

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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GJ56 XJT is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GJ56 XJT, 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 GJ56 XJT registered?

GJ56 XJT is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 26 September 2006.

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The MOT history for GJ56 XJT shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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