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MJ56 EHC

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

75,841 mi
Last recorded75,841 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ56 EHC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2023 75,841 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 73,569 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 71,089 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 71,089 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 67,806 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 64,118 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2019 64,104 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 60,287 miles

Nearside Front tyre slight damage to outer side wall.

Nearside Rear tyre slight damage to outer side wall.

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components.

Pass 13 Mar 2017 56,463 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 50,059 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 50,059 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 45,452 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 41,443 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 36,984 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 32,038 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 26,789 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 22,395 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 22,395 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 17,029 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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MJ56 EHC is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 MJ56 EHC, 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 MJ56 EHC registered?

MJ56 EHC is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 27 October 2006.

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