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MT06 CXU

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

71,010 mi
Last recorded71,010 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT06 CXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 71,010 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Dec 2018 71,010 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 26 Nov 2018 71,006 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

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

engine missfire

Pass 9 Oct 2017 67,877 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 63,696 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 59,180 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 59,170 miles

Nearside Steering arm damaged and unserviceable rack arm bent (2.2.C.1d)

offside inner rack joint worn/knocking

Pass 12 Nov 2014 55,812 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 7 Nov 2014 55,812 miles

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

Nearside 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 position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Nov 2013 50,886 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 47,183 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 47,183 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Pass 18 May 2011 43,408 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 33,472 miles

n/s door mirror damaged

Fail 22 May 2009 23,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2009 23,769 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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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MT06 CXU is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MT06 CXU, 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 MT06 CXU registered?

MT06 CXU is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 26 May 2006.

Is MT06 CXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT06 CXU shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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