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HG06 XNN

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG06 XNN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both rear indicators faded .......

Fail 13 Feb 2025

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both rear indicators faded .......

Pass 3 Feb 2024 146,112 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 144,826 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

under trays fitted to the vehicle

Fail 4 Feb 2023

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

under trays fitted to the vehicle

Pass 8 Feb 2022

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear joints (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Feb 2022

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear joints (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both badly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 139,411 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 27 Nov 2020 139,409 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both - shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 134,153 miles

Exhaust cororded

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2019 134,153 miles

Exhaust cororded

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 132,142 miles

Exhaust corroded

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 130,789 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 120,814 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 120,814 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2015 102,915 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 102,915 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 87,114 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2013 65,404 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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 26 May 2012 47,852 miles

offside front tyre perishing inner side wall

Pass 31 May 2011 37,429 miles

offside rear tyre cracking on inner side wall

Pass 2 Jun 2010 27,051 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 10,096 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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HG06 XNN is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 HG06 XNN, 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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HG06 XNN is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 17 June 2006.

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