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PJ56 LHE

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

85,484 mi
Last recorded85,484 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ56 LHE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2022 85,484 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 85,484 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

heat shield insecure rear

Pass 22 Jan 2021 79,450 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust rear box corroded

heat shield insecure rear

Fail 21 Jan 2021 79,450 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust rear box corroded

heat shield insecure rear

Pass 22 Jan 2020 76,594 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2020 76,593 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 71,783 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 66,103 miles

Nearside Rear brake pipes are coted in grease not allowing a full inspection of their current condition.

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 56,215 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 47,616 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 41,121 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 41,103 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Dec 2013 38,546 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 37,741 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 34,162 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 34,162 miles

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 29,952 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2010 29,952 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 26,052 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 26,052 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 18 Dec 2009 26,019 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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PJ56 LHE is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 PJ56 LHE, 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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PJ56 LHE is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 1 December 2006.

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