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SM56 ONC

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,908 mi
Last recorded134,908 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 ONC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2020 134,908 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 134,904 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 131,885 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 125,105 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 125,100 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Oil leak ()

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 114,998 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 114,982 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has little visible tread on inner edge

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has little visible tread on inner edge

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 107,454 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 101,303 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 98,128 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 84,539 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 80,102 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 75,704 miles

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

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

undertray fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2010 61,733 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 48,968 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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SM56 ONC is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 SM56 ONC, 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 SM56 ONC registered?

SM56 ONC is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 2 December 2006.

Is SM56 ONC safe to buy?

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