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GP06 URU

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,292 mi
Last recorded119,292 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP06 URU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 119,292 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 119,216 miles

Central Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2021 116,109 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 114,251 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 113,350 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 113,318 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2018 108,906 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 105,236 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a light misting of oil caseing (2.7.3)

Offside Rear tyre cracking up

Pass 23 Jun 2016 101,720 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres cracking up

Pass 24 Jun 2015 97,464 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 97,464 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 94,358 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 76,044 miles

Both rear shock absorber protection shrouds adrift from bumpstops.

Pass 7 Jun 2012 68,280 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 52,994 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 40,047 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 26,998 miles

front tyres scrubbed and worn low! TRACKING OUT?

Fail 28 May 2009 26,685 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front tyres scrubbed and worn low! TRACKING OUT?

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 URU is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GP06 URU, 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 GP06 URU registered?

GP06 URU is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 13 June 2006.

Is GP06 URU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP06 URU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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