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VN06 XHW

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN06 XHW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 May 2019

Nearside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing heavy corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 May 2019

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing heavy corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2018

Exhaust blowing slightly

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 22 May 2018

Exhaust blowing slightly

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 May 2017

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 May 2016

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

Fail 18 May 2016

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2015

Nail in nearside front tyre

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 17 May 2014

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 17 May 2014

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 24 May 2013

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

Pass 24 May 2013
Pass 1 May 2012 78,785 miles

offside front tyre has large cut in outer sidewall but no cords exposed.

offside wheel slight damage.

wipers smearing and hitting screen trim

Fail 27 May 2011 68,223 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2011 68,223 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2010 50,854 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 28,290 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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VN06 XHW is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 VN06 XHW, 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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VN06 XHW is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 27 May 2006.

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