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LS56 KXZ

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

59,123 mi
Last recorded59,123 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS56 KXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 59,123 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2026 55,423 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2025 55,273 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jan 2025 55,233 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 52,462 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Jan 2024 52,462 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Rear wiper blade defective

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

pipe from servo to inlet manifold deteriorated which could cause brake assistance failure

Pass 28 Jan 2023 43,404 miles

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))

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

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

mileage unknown. dash half illuminated

Fail 20 Jan 2023

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

mileage unknown. dash half illuminated

unable to gain access to boot

Pass 24 Jan 2022 37,977 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 37,977 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 37,026 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 55,760 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 55,750 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 34,300 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 34,300 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jan 2018 32,770 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 31,117 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 25,540 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 25,540 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2015 28,090 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 26,794 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 24,492 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 20,182 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 17,020 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 17,020 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 14,208 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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LS56 KXZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 LS56 KXZ, 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 LS56 KXZ registered?

LS56 KXZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 28 November 2006.

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