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SM06 XAY

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,995 mi
Last recorded57,995 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM06 XAY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 57,995 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 May 2015 52,276 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 46,962 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jun 2014 46,962 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2013 38,635 miles

windscreen damaged but not within swept area outside zone A

Pass 23 May 2012 34,306 miles

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

Front wiper blades not clearing screen well

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

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

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

Pass 26 May 2011 27,343 miles

advise(exhaust system beginning to corrode)

advise(front wishbone rear bushes beginning to split & weaken)

Fail 26 May 2011 27,343 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise(exhaust system beginning to corrode)

advise(front wishbone rear bushes beginning to split & weaken)

Pass 4 May 2010 21,486 miles

n/s/f wiper smears slight play at steer rack exhaust flexi corrosion park brake travel at limit

Pass 25 May 2009 16,544 miles

all wheel trims , some damage n/s/f & r wheel rims , some damage

exhaust flexi pipe deteriorating

front wishbone , rear bushes worn/split

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 XAY is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SM06 XAY, 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 SM06 XAY registered?

SM06 XAY is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 29 May 2006.

Is SM06 XAY safe to buy?

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