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SH56 DNN

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

110,585 mi
Last recorded110,585 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 DNN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 110,585 miles

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

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

Fail 21 May 2019 110,576 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 31 May 2018 99,828 miles

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

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

Nearside outer sill damaged outside prescribed area

Offside Front brake hose ferrule corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Fail 31 May 2018 99,828 miles

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

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

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

Nearside outer sill damaged outside prescribed area

Offside Front brake hose ferrule corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 May 2017 93,810 miles

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

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/s & n/s front wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 11 May 2016 84,765 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 9 May 2016 84,762 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 May 2015 75,738 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 65,676 miles

Tailgate catch faulty

Fail 20 May 2014 65,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tailgate catch faulty

Pass 30 May 2013 55,589 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 55,581 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 47,376 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 38,240 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 28,754 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SH56 DNN is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SH56 DNN, 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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SH56 DNN is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 29 October 2006.

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