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LG56 XNU

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,296 mi
Last recorded81,296 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG56 XNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 81,296 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2026 81,296 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2025 79,137 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2025 79,135 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 76,949 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 76,924 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 73,724 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 68,684 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 62,213 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 57,857 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 53,128 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 47,505 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 41,868 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 36,112 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 30,859 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 25,253 miles

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

all tyres have small cracks on outer tyre walls

Pass 5 Sep 2013 24,278 miles

all four tyres perished/cracking

Pass 3 Sep 2012 22,751 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 20,538 miles

Both front tyres perished on outer side walls.

Offside rear tyre perished on outer side wall.

Pass 18 Aug 2010 18,856 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 15,882 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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LG56 XNU is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LG56 XNU, 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 LG56 XNU registered?

LG56 XNU is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 5 September 2006.

Is LG56 XNU safe to buy?

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