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VK56 LPC

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 LPC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2024

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 2 Jan 2024

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 113,380 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 111,406 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2021 111,405 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 109,197 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 109,197 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 105,570 miles

Front exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Fail 10 Oct 2019 105,570 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Pass 23 Oct 2018 99,517 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 90,190 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 90,190 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 81,727 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 72,985 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 65,531 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 56,524 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Oct 2012 47,431 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Oct 2012 47,431 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2011 38,599 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 30,282 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 22,613 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 22,613 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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VK56 LPC is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VK56 LPC, 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 VK56 LPC registered?

VK56 LPC is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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