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GY56 KJA

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,121 mi
Last recorded46,121 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 KJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 46,121 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

front exhaust flexible joint breaking down

Pass 20 Dec 2024 45,255 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 43,925 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 42,073 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear both Axle bushes perishing not excessive movement

Pass 16 Dec 2021 40,225 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2021 40,225 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 38,538 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 36,172 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (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 12 Dec 2018 34,096 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 34,095 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 32,836 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 31,626 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 28,237 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 26,065 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2014 25,152 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2013 25,151 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 24,678 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 21,240 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 17,326 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 11,368 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 9,876 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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GY56 KJA is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 GY56 KJA, 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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GY56 KJA is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 7 September 2006.

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