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AF56 XYZ

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

91,213 mi
Last recorded91,213 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 XYZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 91,213 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60-14. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 4 Sep 2023 90,870 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60-14. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 79,404 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 71,759 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 71,655 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 67,024 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 64,791 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 64,252 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 62,371 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 58,885 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 54,689 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

off side rear tyre has cracks on side wall

Pass 1 Sep 2014 49,855 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 43,131 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 35,458 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2011 30,549 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 25,255 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 23,797 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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AF56 XYZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AF56 XYZ, 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 AF56 XYZ registered?

AF56 XYZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 5 September 2006.

Is AF56 XYZ safe to buy?

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