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LC56 ORX

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC56 ORX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Oct 2025

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Join behind centre box insecure. (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively Brake hub. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both jets. (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2024

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both side rear axel bushea slightly poor condition.

Fail 8 Nov 2024

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both side rear axel bushea slightly poor condition.

Fail 18 Oct 2024

Emissions unable to be completed Lambda high (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 122,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Oct 2023 122,697 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Excessive blow from centre joint. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 119,229 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 115,196 miles

front brake pads getting low

slight blow exhaust flexi and rear box

Pass 28 Oct 2020 111,672 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 107,163 miles

nsf rearmost weak

slight blow exhaust

Pass 7 Nov 2018 99,289 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 91,101 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 84,579 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 77,452 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 68,735 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 59,691 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 49,671 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 40,007 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 34,549 miles

front wiper blades slightly smearing

Pass 6 Oct 2009 16,128 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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LC56 ORX 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 LC56 ORX, 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 LC56 ORX registered?

LC56 ORX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 6 October 2006.

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