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NU56 HYT

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,088 mi
Last recorded150,088 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2015 150,088 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Note: Engine management light is on.

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 128,232 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 109,950 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 May 2012 95,595 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

child seat fitted to nearside rear unable to fully inspect adult belt

drivers door in terior handle faulty

exhaust heat shield loose

front exhaust flexi pipe starting to deteriorate

offside rear suspension coil spring corroded

Fail 4 May 2012 95,566 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

child seat fitted to nearside rear unable to fully inspect adult belt

drivers door in terior handle faulty

exhaust heat shield loose

front exhaust flexi pipe starting to deteriorate

offside rear suspension coil spring corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2010 71,020 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 53,011 miles

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

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

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 HYT is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 NU56 HYT, 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 NU56 HYT registered?

NU56 HYT is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is NU56 HYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU56 HYT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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