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HN56 XVE

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN56 XVE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 112,787 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 111,951 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2021 111,942 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working wing indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 110,637 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 107,518 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2019 107,518 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 96,370 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 9 Feb 2018 96,370 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure In tread. (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working Both sides. (1.1.C.1d)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 85,760 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 85,760 miles

Rear Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 75,729 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Slight damage to the near side rear tyre sidewall.

Pass 6 Nov 2014 65,715 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 65,715 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 56,781 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 10 Nov 2012 50,204 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 40,278 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 28,050 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 21,040 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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HN56 XVE is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 HN56 XVE, 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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HN56 XVE is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 16 November 2006.

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