CarVerify

Free Car Check

NL56 ZHX

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,103 mi
Last recorded122,103 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL56 ZHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 122,103 miles

vehicle just passed emissions test , may require further investigation

Fail 9 May 2018 122,103 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2017 118,567 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.15mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre has a nail in

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.62mm (4.1.E.1)

engine management light on

Pass 14 Oct 2016 113,013 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 106,361 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 102,681 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 97,340 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 86,398 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Oct 2011 75,125 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Oct 2010 61,975 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 47,117 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 47,117 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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
Full Volkswagen Fox reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NL56 ZHX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 NL56 ZHX, 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

How do I check the history of NL56 ZHX?

You can check the full history of NL56 ZHX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NL56 ZHX registered?

NL56 ZHX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 15 November 2006.

Is NL56 ZHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL56 ZHX shows 12 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.

Does NL56 ZHX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NL56 ZHX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.