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GV56 CHL

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,104 mi
Last recorded104,104 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 CHL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 104,104 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 97,358 miles

under trays

Fail 15 Aug 2016 97,358 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under trays

Pass 2 Oct 2015 89,373 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front disc n/s and o/s lipped

nsf tyre perished

nsr drum slight binding

undertray/obscuring underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2014 79,543 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 79,543 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 74,016 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 65,324 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 65,218 miles

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 58,055 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 46,846 miles

Front tyres slightly perished low on inner edges

Pass 12 Oct 2009 34,481 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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GV56 CHL is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GV56 CHL, 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 GV56 CHL registered?

GV56 CHL is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 20 October 2006.

Is GV56 CHL safe to buy?

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