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YB06 XLY

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,254 mi
Last recorded91,254 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB06 XLY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2019 91,254 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber corroded

Offside Front shock absorber corroded

Fail 18 Jan 2019 91,100 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front shock absorber corroded

Offside Front shock absorber corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2018 81,413 miles

the rear shocker covers are worn.

Pass 19 Jan 2017 74,131 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 67,060 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

the exhaust system is corroding

Pass 5 Jan 2015 60,931 miles

the rear tyres are getting worn...

Fail 5 Jan 2015 60,931 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

the rear tyres are getting worn...

Pass 10 Jan 2014 55,524 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front lower arm bushes weak

both rear tyres cracking on outer sidewalls

Fail 10 Jan 2014 55,524 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front lower arm bushes weak

both rear tyres cracking on outer sidewalls

Pass 7 Jan 2013 11,465 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2013 11,465 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 19,828 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 34,640 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 21,429 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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YB06 XLY is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YB06 XLY, 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 YB06 XLY registered?

YB06 XLY is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 12 July 2006.

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