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RJ06 EWL

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,382 mi
Last recorded102,382 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ06 EWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2024 102,382 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 88,730 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 79,717 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 70,269 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 70,269 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2020 58,126 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 45,041 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 44,691 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

both front tyres has slight wear on edges

Pass 18 Jan 2017 39,646 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Jan 2016 36,151 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

exhaust flexi wearing

Pass 16 Jan 2015 33,518 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 30,877 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 28,015 miles

all tyres sidewalls starting to crack

Pass 3 Feb 2012 24,313 miles

both near side and off side rear tyre starting to perish slightly

sheilds fitted

Fail 5 May 2009 18,170 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2009 18,170 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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RJ06 EWL is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RJ06 EWL, 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 RJ06 EWL registered?

RJ06 EWL is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 26 April 2006.

Is RJ06 EWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ06 EWL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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