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MT06 LXD

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

87,861 mi
Last recorded87,861 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT06 LXD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 87,861 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 87,861 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge below limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge below limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2016

Front both tyres at 3mm

Offside Front wiper smearing slightly

Fail 5 Feb 2016

Front both tyres at 3mm

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

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

Offside Front wiper smearing slightly

Pass 30 Dec 2014

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust deteriorated

slight split wiper blades

Fail 3 Jan 2014

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all four tyres on the 1.6mm legal limit recomend replacements as soon as possable

Pass 3 Jan 2014

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all four tyres on the 1.6mm legal limit recomend replacements as soon as possable

Fail 4 Jan 2013 49,905 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 49,905 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Dec 2011

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2011
Pass 8 Nov 2010 27,752 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 15,933 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 13,706 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel light on!

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside front tyre worn off on inside edge!

Fail 2 Jun 2009 13,706 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel light on!

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside front tyre worn off on inside edge!

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 LXD is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LXD, 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 LXD registered?

MT06 LXD is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 25 May 2006.

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