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SW56 VVK

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

104,219 mi
Last recorded104,219 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW56 VVK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 104,219 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

general corrosion under vehicle

Fail 12 Aug 2026 104,219 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 18 Jul 2025 102,943 miles

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

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 18 Jul 2024 102,009 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Jul 2024 102,006 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 99,547 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 93,139 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 85,786 miles

Coil spring corroded front and rear springs corroded on suspension. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly discoloured on lenses offside and nearside. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 85,786 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust split at rear (8.2.1.1 (b))

Coil spring corroded front and rear springs corroded on suspension. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly discoloured on lenses offside and nearside. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 81,940 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 81,940 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2018 75,306 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 67,546 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 60,969 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Sep 2016 60,969 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 46,643 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 42,602 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 42,551 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 41,413 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 34,147 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 29,912 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 29,911 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 21,119 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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SW56 VVK is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 SW56 VVK, 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 SW56 VVK registered?

SW56 VVK is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 2 September 2006.

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The MOT history for SW56 VVK shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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