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PO56 YTM

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

44,391 mi
Last recorded44,391 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO56 YTM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 44,391 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2025 44,386 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Sep 2024 42,715 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 39,955 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 39,601 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 39,082 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly damaged (0.1 (b))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 38,451 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 37,404 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing split within tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing split within tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 35,775 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both ns/os 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 34,000 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 32,242 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 32,242 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 31,186 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 31,186 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 29,002 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 26,961 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 24,249 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 22,114 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 20,377 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

both rear tyres perished

Pass 2 Sep 2009 17,592 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2009 17,592 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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PO56 YTM is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 PO56 YTM, 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 PO56 YTM registered?

PO56 YTM is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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