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PG06 XUE

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,344 mi
Last recorded66,344 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG06 XUE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2016 66,344 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 66,344 miles

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

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

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 65,264 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 65,264 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 59,995 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside front tyre worn on inner shoulder

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 20 Oct 2014 59,992 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

n/s/f tyre worn on inner shoulder

Pass 16 Oct 2013 51,951 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 40,040 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

sump damaged (no oil leak)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 27,269 miles

n/s & o/s full length side floor covers fitted.

o/s/f door mirror glass cracked.

srs lamp indicating a fault.

vehicle has sustained some accident damage to rear.

Fail 14 Oct 2011 27,261 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

n/s & o/s full length side floor covers fitted.

o/s/f door mirror glass cracked.

srs lamp indicating a fault.

vehicle has sustained some accident damage to rear.

Pass 19 Jul 2010 19,422 miles

n/s front tyre cut in side wall

o/s front surspension creaking

Pass 21 Jul 2009 8,671 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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PG06 XUE 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 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 PG06 XUE, 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 PG06 XUE registered?

PG06 XUE is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is PG06 XUE safe to buy?

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