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MA56 XPU

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,425 mi
Last recorded90,425 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA56 XPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 90,425 miles

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2023 90,230 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 75,590 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2022 75,573 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 109,787 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 109,787 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Aug 2020 58,630 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracking slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 57,013 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 57,013 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 55,233 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 51,525 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 May 2016 45,458 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 May 2016 45,458 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2015 40,685 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 40,685 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2014 35,044 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking

Pass 21 May 2013 29,972 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 25,495 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 18,335 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 15,066 miles

n/s front tyre wearing slightly on outer edge

Pass 14 Oct 2009 19,952 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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MA56 XPU is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MA56 XPU, 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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MA56 XPU is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 16 October 2006.

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