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GK56 VHD

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

115,452 mi
Last recorded115,452 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 VHD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 115,452 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 105,035 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on the edge's (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front number plate slightly damaged

Fail 25 Sep 2023 105,035 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on the edge's (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front number plate slightly damaged

Pass 28 Sep 2022 92,237 miles

Boot don’t open from outside but can be open from behind back seats

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2022 92,237 miles

Boot don’t open from outside but can be open from behind back seats

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working Both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 81,458 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 77,691 miles

Offside Front widemirror glass slightly damaged

Fail 7 Sep 2020 77,691 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front widemirror glass slightly damaged

Pass 2 Sep 2019 68,726 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 56,410 miles

both rear tyres low on tread

Pass 12 Aug 2017 41,799 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

eml on

Fail 12 Aug 2017 41,799 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

eml on

Pass 5 Sep 2016 29,989 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 17,650 miles

Front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

Pass 23 Aug 2014 16,464 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Sep 2013 15,470 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 15,462 miles

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

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

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 14,526 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 11,165 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 11,165 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 9,337 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 17 Aug 2009 6,940 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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GK56 VHD is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 GK56 VHD, 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 GK56 VHD registered?

GK56 VHD is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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