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OV56 TFX

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,418 mi
Last recorded87,418 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 TFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 87,418 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 85,078 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/r tyre has cuts on inside wall

Fail 10 Nov 2015 85,076 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/r tyre has cuts on inside wall

Pass 8 Nov 2014 80,963 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 74,770 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn from inside edge

Pass 17 Nov 2012 19,820 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 19,820 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 48,272 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2010 37,255 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 37,255 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 27,610 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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OV56 TFX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OV56 TFX, 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 OV56 TFX registered?

OV56 TFX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 4 November 2006.

Is OV56 TFX safe to buy?

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