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LD56 ULJ

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD56 ULJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Apr 2024

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 May 2023 78,698 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

tested in wet condition

Fail 11 May 2023 78,698 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

tested in wet condition

Pass 9 May 2022 70,403 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 70,402 miles

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 54,049 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 47,217 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 40,222 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 36,872 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

cuts on sidewall of n s r tyre but not to cords.

Fail 28 Mar 2018 36,872 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

cuts on sidewall of n s r tyre but not to cords.

Pass 5 Apr 2017 34,348 miles

N/S/R tyre cut on sidewall. but not to cords.

Pass 30 Mar 2016 30,727 miles

n/s/r tyre cut on sidewall. but not to cords.

Pass 7 Apr 2015 27,856 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

windscreen scratched ns

Pass 21 Feb 2014 23,310 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Mar 2013 18,730 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 17,155 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 11,419 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 10,500 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 6,785 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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LD56 ULJ 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 LD56 ULJ, 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 LD56 ULJ registered?

LD56 ULJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 23 September 2006.

Is LD56 ULJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD56 ULJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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