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GL06 XXE

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,207 mi
Last recorded125,207 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL06 XXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2021 125,207 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 125,207 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 121,819 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 115,393 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 103,096 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 84,656 miles

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

offside rear tyre is slightly out of shape on inner edge

Fail 8 Feb 2017 84,656 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

offside rear tyre is slightly out of shape on inner edge

Pass 18 Dec 2015 78,098 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 78,098 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 71,496 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Aug 2014 71,484 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Aug 2013 65,005 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 65,005 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 56,245 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 46,981 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 31,691 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 19,602 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 19,602 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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GL06 XXE is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GL06 XXE, 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 GL06 XXE registered?

GL06 XXE is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 17 July 2006.

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