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HG56 CPV

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

113,644 mi
Last recorded113,644 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 CPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 113,644 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))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 106,381 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect All (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 106,381 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect All (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 99,157 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 90,553 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 90,553 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 82,296 miles

Offside Front cv boot slight leak

Rear tyres slight cracking

Fail 20 Sep 2021 82,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front cv boot slight leak

Rear tyres slight cracking

Pass 7 Sep 2020 74,914 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 69,482 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 61,797 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 61,797 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 57,490 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 49,818 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 42,464 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 35,984 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 31,777 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 28,330 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 25,016 miles

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

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

all 4 tyres starting to crack

wipers starting to smear

Pass 8 Sep 2010 21,424 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 17,349 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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HG56 CPV is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HG56 CPV, 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 HG56 CPV registered?

HG56 CPV is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 28 September 2006.

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