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NJ56 ZBX

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

113,502 mi
Last recorded113,502 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ56 ZBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2021 113,502 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2020 109,454 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 109,423 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 105,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 16 Aug 2019 105,850 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Jul 2018 99,793 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Aug 2017 95,289 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 94,189 miles

front shocker tops slightly sticking

rear axle bushes are showing signs of wear

Fail 16 Aug 2016 94,188 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front shocker tops slightly sticking

Pass 13 Aug 2015 94,184 miles

radiator starting to leak.

Fail 12 Aug 2015 94,180 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

radiator starting to leak.

Pass 31 Jul 2014 82,441 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 75,502 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 65,410 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 53,232 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 41,650 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 41,650 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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NJ56 ZBX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 NJ56 ZBX, 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 NJ56 ZBX registered?

NJ56 ZBX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 30 September 2006.

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