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LB56 LYV

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,254 mi
Last recorded33,254 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 LYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 33,254 miles

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

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

Offside Front Driver door creased but no sharp objects present

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wing is dented and creased no sharp edges present

Pass 5 Feb 2021 25,610 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 25,292 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 24,455 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 24,454 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 20,723 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 19,044 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 17,853 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 16,444 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 15,516 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 15,516 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 14,625 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 11,898 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 9,539 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 9,539 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 5,469 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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LB56 LYV is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LB56 LYV, 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 LB56 LYV registered?

LB56 LYV is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 29 November 2006.

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The MOT history for LB56 LYV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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