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MT06 MLZ

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

101,388 mi
Last recorded101,388 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT06 MLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 101,388 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 99,122 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 97,492 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 96,313 miles

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 16 Sep 2021 94,288 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 94,270 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 88,654 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s - o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2020 88,627 miles

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s - o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 85,250 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 82,014 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 76,163 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2017 72,761 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 67,956 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 61,151 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 54,309 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 47,886 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 39,834 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 28,176 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 23,618 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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MT06 MLZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 MT06 MLZ, 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 MT06 MLZ registered?

MT06 MLZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 31 May 2006.

Is MT06 MLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT06 MLZ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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