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ML56 PTZ

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

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Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML56 PTZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025
Pass 19 Nov 2024

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2023
Pass 2 Dec 2022
Pass 2 Dec 2021 38,024 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 36,790 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 35,288 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 34,977 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 34,876 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 33,309 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 31,969 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 30,314 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 28,105 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 26,279 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 23,320 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 18,887 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 18,886 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Sep 2009 14,520 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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ML56 PTZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 ML56 PTZ, 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 ML56 PTZ registered?

ML56 PTZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 6 October 2006.

Is ML56 PTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML56 PTZ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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