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RJ56 EPZ

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

87,372 mi
Last recorded87,372 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 EPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 87,372 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Box corroded surface (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 Oct 2025 87,372 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Box corroded surface (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 78,691 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 70,055 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 62,572 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2022 62,572 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 53,911 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively has lip (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively has lip (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 48,196 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2020 48,196 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 41,970 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 39,660 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 8 Nov 2018 39,660 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 15,444 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2016 38,458 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slight noise

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 37,571 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 37,571 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 37,081 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 36,411 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 36,355 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2012 30,990 miles

front exhaust flexy joint starting to deteriorate

Pass 19 Nov 2011 25,399 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 20,907 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 3,420 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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RJ56 EPZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 RJ56 EPZ, 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 RJ56 EPZ registered?

RJ56 EPZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 23 November 2006.

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