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MV56 EPD

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,668 mi
Last recorded57,668 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2013
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV56 EPD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2013 57,668 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 49,939 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 49,938 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 33,880 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 18 Aug 2010 19,163 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 13,064 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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MV56 EPD is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MV56 EPD, 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 MV56 EPD registered?

MV56 EPD is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is MV56 EPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV56 EPD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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