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VN56 NYB

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 NYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2026

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2025

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both, rubber perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides, light corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2025

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both, rubber perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides, light corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2024
Fail 18 Dec 2023

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Dec 2022

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 87,986 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 85,964 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 84,637 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2019 84,637 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 81,075 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 76,775 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 72,836 miles

Nearside Rear bump stop worn

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

bump stop worn

Pass 11 Dec 2015 66,276 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 59,109 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 59,109 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 52,440 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 52,440 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

front wiper blades poor

Pass 7 Dec 2012 46,735 miles

N/S/F rear wishbone bush split 25%

O/S/F rear wishbone bush split 25%

Rear winscreen washer in-opp

Pass 9 Dec 2011 39,586 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Dec 2010 33,754 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 33,717 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Dec 2009 27,588 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)

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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VN56 NYB is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 VN56 NYB, 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 VN56 NYB registered?

VN56 NYB is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 19 December 2006.

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