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VO56 VZX

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO56 VZX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2024

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring worn both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear axle corroded

servo pipe tapped up

Fail 5 Jul 2024

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring worn both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

rear axle corroded

servo pipe tapped up

Pass 21 Apr 2021 95,154 miles

servo pipe tapped up

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive gear box leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

surface rust on suspension arms and subframe and rear axle

Fail 15 Apr 2021 95,154 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive gear box leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

servo pipe tapped up

Pass 20 Aug 2019 94,320 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 87,756 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 82,315 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 74,237 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 69,934 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 59,309 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 50,818 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 41,167 miles

front brake pads 50% worn

Pass 15 Aug 2011 32,165 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 22,866 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 15,093 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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VO56 VZX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VO56 VZX, 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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VO56 VZX is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 21 September 2006.

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