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KP56 HXK

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

116,989 mi
Last recorded116,989 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP56 HXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 116,989 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear axel corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2025 113,759 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Uneven Application (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 110,459 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 106,111 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear rear axle corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2022 101,020 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2021 97,674 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

both front tyres worn inner edges

both rear tyres wearing uneven

handbrake long

Pass 7 Jul 2020 91,981 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 7 Jul 2020 91,981 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer box adrift from system(removed for safety}) (6.1.2 (a))

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 Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 84,903 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases only just got through emissions recommend replacement front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

underbody covers fitted

Pass 25 Jun 2018 75,524 miles

handbrake long

underbody covers fitted

Fail 25 Jun 2018 75,514 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. seat (6.2.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

handbrake long

underbody covers fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2017 61,161 miles

underbody covers fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2016 58,917 miles

middle exhaust clamps corroded

Fail 30 Aug 2016 58,917 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

middle exhaust clamps corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2015 54,084 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 50,337 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 50,328 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 43,514 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 36,677 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 30,287 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 22,664 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 18,708 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 18,708 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

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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KP56 HXK is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 KP56 HXK, 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 KP56 HXK registered?

KP56 HXK is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 9 December 2006.

Is KP56 HXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP56 HXK shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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