CarVerify

Free Car Check

MJ06 UNY

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

58,788 mi
Last recorded58,788 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ06 UNY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 58,788 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2026 58,785 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective middle section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 57,402 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 53,068 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 49,664 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 47,537 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 43,801 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 39,465 miles

Offside Front Tyre cracking inner wall

Pass 12 Apr 2017 37,236 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 35,486 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 35,486 miles

passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot lid (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 33,526 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 30,987 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 28,390 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 28,354 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 24,782 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 24,780 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 20,725 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 20,725 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2010 17,481 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 13,250 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 13,250 miles

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

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
Full Volkswagen Fox reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MJ06 UNY is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MJ06 UNY, 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

How do I check the history of MJ06 UNY?

You can check the full history of MJ06 UNY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MJ06 UNY registered?

MJ06 UNY is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 18 May 2006.

Is MJ06 UNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ06 UNY shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MJ06 UNY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MJ06 UNY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.