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NU56 HXH

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,071 mi
Last recorded79,071 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2013
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU56 HXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2013 79,071 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 2 Jan 2013 79,067 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

nearside door mirror slightly damaged

windscreen slightly marked due to prolonged use of defective wiper blade

Pass 22 Dec 2011 71,144 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2011 71,144 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 65,168 miles

exhaust condition corrosion starting.

osf headlamp set at min setting on 0 setting.

Pass 10 Sep 2009 49,410 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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NU56 HXH is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NU56 HXH, 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 NU56 HXH registered?

NU56 HXH is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 13 September 2006.

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