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PK56 XBX

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

111,529 mi
Last recorded111,529 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK56 XBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 111,529 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover loose

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 2 Jan 2020 105,041 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 103,744 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust box corroded

covers fitted under side of vehicle

Pass 5 Jul 2018 100,726 miles

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre perishing slightly

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover loose

engine coolant level low

Fail 5 Jul 2018 100,723 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre perishing slightly

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover loose

engine coolant level low

Pass 4 Jul 2017 97,878 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 4 Jul 2017 97,878 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Aug 2016 93,394 miles

oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2015 86,152 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

drivers door check strap broken

slight oil leak

Fail 4 Jun 2015 86,152 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

drivers door check strap broken

slight oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2014 79,793 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2013 68,875 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 68,873 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 67,909 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 57,275 miles

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

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

rear washers inop

Pass 9 Nov 2010 48,310 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

both front brake discs worn - rec pads and discs together

Pass 30 Oct 2009 34,521 miles

Offside 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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PK56 XBX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PK56 XBX, 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 PK56 XBX registered?

PK56 XBX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 31 October 2006.

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