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MJ06 YWB

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,242 mi
Last recorded88,242 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ06 YWB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 88,242 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 80,486 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has small cracks in the tread with age

Offside Rear tyre has small cracks in the tread with age

Fail 25 Jul 2017 80,485 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre has small cracks in the tread with age

Offside Rear tyre has small cracks in the tread with age

Pass 8 Jul 2016 73,390 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wear lip / pitted (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear both rear tyres cracking / crazing on sidewalls

Fail 8 Jul 2016 73,390 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both headlamps (1.8)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wear lip / pitted (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear both rear tyres cracking / crazing on sidewalls

Pass 30 Jun 2015 66,758 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 66,758 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 57,215 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 49,475 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 45,747 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 40,999 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 35,058 miles

both front console bushes starting to split

Pass 13 May 2009 29,839 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/f tyre starting to wear on outside edge

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 YWB is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YWB, 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 MJ06 YWB registered?

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

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