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MJ06 XFX

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

90,586 mi
Last recorded90,586 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ06 XFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 90,586 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2022 90,583 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 82,739 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 71,979 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 71,965 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Jun 2018 65,252 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 65,252 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 57,894 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 50,145 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 43,364 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 43,364 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 6 Jan 2014 35,084 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s rear tyre n/s front tyre perishing

Pass 6 Jan 2014 35,084 miles

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

o/s rear tyre n/s front tyre perishing

Pass 4 Jan 2013 27,324 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 18,905 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 12,130 miles

handbrake req adjusting

wipers smearing

Pass 20 Jan 2010 4,866 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 3,922 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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MJ06 XFX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 XFX, 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

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What year was MJ06 XFX registered?

MJ06 XFX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 23 May 2006.

Is MJ06 XFX safe to buy?

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