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WK56 XFA

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

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Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK56 XFA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025
Pass 11 Sep 2024
Pass 11 Oct 2023

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022
Pass 16 Sep 2021

Rear axle corroded

Fail 16 Sep 2021

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2020 47,714 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

front exhaust bracket broken

general corrosion to rear axle

Fail 14 Sep 2020 47,714 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

front exhaust bracket broken

general corrosion to rear axle

Pass 3 Sep 2019 45,507 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both front wheel rims corroded

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

rear axle corroded but not weakened

Pass 5 Sep 2018 43,875 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

all 4 road wheels corroded

front suspension corroded

rear suspension corroded

Fail 4 Sep 2018 43,856 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

all 4 road wheels corroded

front suspension corroded

rear suspension corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2017 41,603 miles

Nearside Front wheel rim corroded

Nearside Rear wheel rim corroded

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front wheel rim corroded

rear axle bushes perrished

rear suspension corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2016 39,431 miles

all 4 wheels badly corroded

underside of vehicle corroded but not holed or weakened

Pass 17 Sep 2015 36,991 miles

all 4 wheel rims corroded on inside

rear suspension corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2014 33,799 miles

all 4 wheel rims corroded

Fail 11 Sep 2014 33,799 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all 4 wheel rims corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2013 30,668 miles

rear underside corroded

Fail 12 Sep 2012 27,113 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 27,113 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 23,013 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 19,665 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 15,622 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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WK56 XFA is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 WK56 XFA, 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 WK56 XFA registered?

WK56 XFA is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is WK56 XFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK56 XFA shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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