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WR56 PZC

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

110,769 mi
Last recorded110,769 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR56 PZC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 110,769 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2025 110,769 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2024

Coolant leak ()

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 10 Apr 2024

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Coolant leak ()

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 102,484 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 97,748 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 96,094 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fail 24 Nov 2020 96,049 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 87,516 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing unevenly

Fail 21 Nov 2019 87,516 miles

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing unevenly

Fail 26 Nov 2018 80,688 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure exhaust joiner clamp missing & loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front both brake hose ferrules corroding

Rear rear shock covers detached

Pass 23 Nov 2017 77,231 miles

Front brake hoses deteriorating and ferules slightly corroded

exhaust clamps rusty

Fail 23 Nov 2017 77,231 miles

Front brake hoses deteriorating and ferules slightly corroded

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

exhaust clamps rusty

Pass 23 Dec 2016 72,857 miles

Front tyres 3mm

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear brake rubbing

Offside Rear tyre ageing

exhaust clamps rusty

hand brake high

Pass 26 Nov 2015 66,260 miles

Offside Rear wheel rim distorted and tyre ageing

Fail 26 Nov 2015 66,260 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel rim distorted and tyre ageing

Pass 3 Dec 2014 59,240 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre 3.5mm and aged

Fail 2 Dec 2014 59,727 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre 3.5mm and aged

Pass 3 Dec 2013 55,389 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r wheel slightly out of shape

Fail 3 Dec 2013 55,389 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r wheel slightly out of shape

Pass 4 Dec 2012 51,929 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 37,770 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 28,093 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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WR56 PZC 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 58.3%.

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 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 WR56 PZC, 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 WR56 PZC registered?

WR56 PZC is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is WR56 PZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR56 PZC shows 24 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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