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MF56 JBU

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,530 mi
Last recorded125,530 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF56 JBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 125,530 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 6 Oct 2016 125,514 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 120,544 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 112,622 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front console bushes split

Fail 25 Sep 2014 112,622 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front console bushes split

Pass 11 Sep 2013 99,308 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 99,308 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

handbrake lever requires adjustment

Fail 3 Sep 2012 87,540 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 87,540 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 75,742 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 61,012 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 45,394 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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MF56 JBU is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MF56 JBU, 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 MF56 JBU registered?

MF56 JBU is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is MF56 JBU safe to buy?

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