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MJ56 AUW

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

71,765 mi
Last recorded71,765 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ56 AUW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2021 71,765 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 71,762 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 67,621 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel binding

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel binding

Fail 17 Nov 2020 67,621 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel binding

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel binding

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 62,275 miles

Front Exhaust leak

Fail 20 Nov 2019 62,275 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust leak

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 56,278 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 56,275 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 50,023 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small blow front pipe (7.1.2)

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit side wall cracked (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 50,023 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 Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm showing cord (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small blow front pipe (7.1.2)

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit side wall cracked (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 40,894 miles

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 33,034 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2014 30,924 miles

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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front and rear tyres worn on outer wall

Pass 9 Dec 2013 28,165 miles

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2012 24,456 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2011 20,871 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 17,268 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 13,192 miles

nearside front tyre scuffed on outer wall

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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MJ56 AUW is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black 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 MJ56 AUW, 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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MJ56 AUW is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 30 November 2006.

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