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LM06 MTV

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

122,021 mi
Last recorded122,021 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM06 MTV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 122,021 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear body panel slightly damage

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 116,077 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint area (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 8 Oct 2024 116,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut to cords and bald on both edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed bald to cords on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint area (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 Sep 2023 108,750 miles

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

low readings from rear service and parking brakes!

Fail 28 Sep 2023 108,750 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

low readings from rear service and parking brakes!

Pass 3 Oct 2022 101,751 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 92,118 miles

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2021 92,118 miles

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

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

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 80,736 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + tread on 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + tread on 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 72,577 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 72,537 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour both front and both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Body component damaged and likely to cause injury front number plate cracked and damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 63,564 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 61,420 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 54,449 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 54,415 miles

Braking system leaking pipe from servo to engine on bulk head (3.6.A.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 51,613 miles

Front brakes binding slightly

Pass 23 Jul 2015 50,346 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 44,323 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 44,323 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 36,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 36,837 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 30,038 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 27,902 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 23,155 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 16,295 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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LM06 MTV is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LM06 MTV, 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 LM06 MTV registered?

LM06 MTV is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 14 August 2006.

Is LM06 MTV safe to buy?

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