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SM06 TEO

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM06 TEO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 27 May 2024

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Macpherson strut has an unsafe modification Macpherson strut fitted incorrectly (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition Rear back box removed (8.1.1 (a))

Air filter/induction system insecure

Handbrake has little reserve travel

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle appears to be sitting higher on nearside in relation to offside (new spring fitted to nearside)

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Various braking components corroded

Various steering components corroded

Various suspension components corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2021 82,841 miles

Central Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot Floor corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 77,020 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2020 77,005 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 67,836 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 67,832 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Fail 28 Feb 2019 67,831 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 62,163 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 58,577 miles

corrosion build up on exhaust tailpipe

corrosion build up on exhaust tailpipe

engine management light staying on

exhaust flexi section starting to deteriorate and has slight leak

slight difference in rear footbrake application during roller brake test

Pass 16 May 2016 51,330 miles

engine management light staying on

exhaust flexi section starting to deteriorate

exhaust tailpipe starting to deteriorate

offside and nearside front lower suspension arm bushes starting to deteriorate

Pass 28 May 2015 45,380 miles

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

engine management light staying on

Fail 28 May 2015 45,380 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

engine management light staying on

Pass 3 Jun 2014 39,665 miles

engine management light staying on

Pass 17 May 2013 33,088 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 31,627 miles

movement in offside and nearside front lower suspension arm bushes

Pass 23 May 2011 28,188 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 27,048 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 25,214 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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SM06 TEO is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SM06 TEO, 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 SM06 TEO registered?

SM06 TEO is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 21 July 2006.

Is SM06 TEO safe to buy?

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