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MK56 TNZ

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

94,321 mi
Last recorded94,321 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK56 TNZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2022 94,321 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Jan 2021 86,228 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2021 86,228 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2019 80,148 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 80,148 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) likely to become detached Tail light unit insecure (4.3.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 73,771 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2018

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2017 67,091 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 6 Sep 2017 67,091 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 65,199 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 63,902 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 63,902 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 62,853 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 58,147 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 55,878 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 46,771 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 43,422 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 32,281 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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MK56 TNZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Grey 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 MK56 TNZ, 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 MK56 TNZ registered?

MK56 TNZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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