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GP06 HHJ

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

122,641 mi
Last recorded122,641 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP06 HHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 122,641 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Jun 2025 122,589 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (1.1.10 (e))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 May 2024 118,041 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 105,955 miles

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

rear subframe corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2021 94,344 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2021 94,344 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2020 82,683 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 78,209 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 78,209 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2018 71,040 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside & Offside (1.7.5a)

Oil leak Gear box ()

Pass 24 May 2017 62,541 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 59,686 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2016 59,686 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2015 54,077 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2015 54,077 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 48,430 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 48,430 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 43,661 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 43,661 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 37,946 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 31,968 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 24,815 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 24,801 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 15 Jun 2010 24,796 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 18,433 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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GP06 HHJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 GP06 HHJ, 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 GP06 HHJ registered?

GP06 HHJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 31 May 2006.

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