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HG56 YGV

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

79,998 mi
Last recorded79,998 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 YGV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 79,998 miles

Coil spring corroded ALL FOUR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

GENERAL OIL LEAKS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR STRONG ADVISE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 76,493 miles

Coil spring corroded ALL FOUR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

GENERAL OIL LEAKS

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR STRONG ADVISE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 72,244 miles

Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 68,506 miles

Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 65,257 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 62,009 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEXIBLE PIPE AND IN POOR CONDITION (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 62,009 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEXIBLE PIPE AND IN POOR CONDITION (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 58,723 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 55,223 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2018 55,223 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 49,249 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Dec 2017 49,249 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 44,339 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)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 39,474 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 35,874 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 32,497 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 28,855 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 24,316 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 20,127 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 14,584 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 YGV is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YGV, 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 HG56 YGV registered?

HG56 YGV is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 18 December 2006.

Is HG56 YGV safe to buy?

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