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WX56 SZT

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 SZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Sep 2025

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2024

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dated 2016 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Sep 2024

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dated 2016 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 32,245 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 31,665 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 30,880 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 30,105 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 29,425 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 28,460 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 27,144 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Fail 14 Aug 2017 27,126 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Pass 9 Aug 2016 25,246 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 23,611 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Aug 2014 21,917 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 19,890 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Aug 2012 18,092 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Aug 2011 13,862 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 14,778 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 12,055 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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WX56 SZT is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WX56 SZT, 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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What year was WX56 SZT registered?

WX56 SZT is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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