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VE06 OTA

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,588 mi
Last recorded33,588 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE06 OTA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 33,588 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 32,119 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 29,858 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 27,979 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear exhaust back box baffles loose

Pass 17 Nov 2021 26,045 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 26,045 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

epc light on

Pass 23 Nov 2020 24,980 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 19,881 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 19,881 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

offside front tyre tread between 2 and 3mm and perished

Pass 9 Nov 2018 14,778 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 10,353 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 2,222 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 2,221 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 2,216 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 2,206 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 1,452 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2010 1,448 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 1,442 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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VE06 OTA is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VE06 OTA, 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 VE06 OTA registered?

VE06 OTA is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 1 July 2006.

Is VE06 OTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE06 OTA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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