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SM06 XYB

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

95,609 mi
Last recorded95,609 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM06 XYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 95,609 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Fail 24 Jan 2023 95,587 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2022 88,181 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 82,437 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule From axle to body (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule From axle to body (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine bay area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 82,437 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule From axle to body (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule From axle to body (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine bay area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 72,664 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2020 72,284 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2019 62,541 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2018 54,001 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 44,525 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 44,523 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 40,067 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 39,874 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 35,961 miles

Rear exhaust showing signs of corrosion to silencer.

Fail 20 Apr 2015 35,961 miles

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

Rear exhaust showing signs of corrosion to silencer.

Pass 10 Apr 2014 30,196 miles

Rear Exhaust showing signs of corrosion.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2013 25,786 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Side repeater has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 23,304 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 20,669 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 17,822 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 14,575 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 XYB is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 XYB, 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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SM06 XYB is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 2 June 2006.

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