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SY56 TBX

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

47,121 mi
Last recorded47,121 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY56 TBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 47,121 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 47,113 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 43,934 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 41,260 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 35,116 miles

Both rear tyres perishing and cracking

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

Fail 22 Feb 2016 35,116 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Both rear tyres perishing and cracking

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 31,863 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 31,863 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 28,080 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 24,566 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 22,067 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 19,170 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 15,287 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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SY56 TBX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Yellow with a 1,390cc 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 SY56 TBX, 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 SY56 TBX registered?

SY56 TBX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 5 September 2006.

Is SY56 TBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY56 TBX 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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