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SV56 VBC

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

44,999 mi
Last recorded44,999 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV56 VBC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 44,999 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 35,144 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 32,369 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 32,369 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2016

cover missing for nearside mirror

front brake discs corroded

front tyres cracked on side walls

Fail 6 Dec 2016

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

cover missing for nearside mirror

front brake discs corroded

front tyres cracked on side walls

Pass 13 Oct 2014 30,815 miles

nearside front and offside front tyre walls slightly cracked

Pass 28 Oct 2013 30,148 miles

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

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

nearside and offside front tyres side walls cracked

Pass 1 Nov 2012 28,602 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 26,894 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 23,234 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 19,500 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 19,499 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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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SV56 VBC is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SV56 VBC, 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 SV56 VBC registered?

SV56 VBC is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 3 November 2006.

Is SV56 VBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV56 VBC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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