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WU56 OAC

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

180,134 mi
Last recorded180,134 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU56 OAC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 180,134 miles

Coolant leak

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 174,936 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust outer casing deteriorated

Fail 18 Mar 2025 174,936 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust outer casing deteriorated

Pass 5 Apr 2024 166,553 miles

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

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

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 5 Apr 2024 166,553 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Mar 2023 155,986 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 24 Mar 2023 155,944 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 Sep 2021 140,602 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on inner edge and starting to perish (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 139,796 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 127,796 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

both rearmost bushes weak

Pass 3 Oct 2018 115,646 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 104,719 miles

Offside mirror temporary repair and slightly insecure

Pass 4 Oct 2016 95,403 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 95,403 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2015 85,220 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 78,368 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 71,985 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 66,900 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 62,227 miles

front discs lipped

rear tyres beginning to perish

Pass 21 Oct 2010 54,831 miles

front brake discs slightly worn (lipped)

rear tyres outer sidewalls starting to perish slightly

Pass 7 Oct 2009 46,855 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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WU56 OAC is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WU56 OAC, 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 WU56 OAC registered?

WU56 OAC is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is WU56 OAC safe to buy?

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