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VN56 WGG

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

100,289 mi
Last recorded100,289 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 WGG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2019 100,289 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 94,987 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 87,871 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Jul 2017 84,805 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 80,342 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 71,427 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 63,646 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)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 55,966 miles

Offside rear tyre cracked and perished

Pass 11 Dec 2012 47,947 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2011 39,563 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 39,563 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 31,926 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 25,555 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 25,555 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 WGG is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VN56 WGG, 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 VN56 WGG registered?

VN56 WGG is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 30 December 2006.

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