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MJ56 YHV

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

68,367 mi
Last recorded68,367 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ56 YHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 68,367 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 67,657 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 66,324 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 65,575 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2022 65,556 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect left hand drive headlight fitted (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 63,837 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 62,251 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 61,124 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 58,144 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 55,657 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 53,537 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 53,537 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)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 50,917 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 50,917 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 45,245 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2013 41,128 miles

n/s/r o/s/f and n/s/f tyres cracking in sidewalls

Pass 16 Nov 2012 36,060 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 14 Nov 2011 30,075 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 12 Nov 2010 23,971 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 Nov 2009 17,589 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 17,543 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 YHV is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YHV, 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 MJ56 YHV registered?

MJ56 YHV is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 14 November 2006.

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