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AJ56 OHU

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

114,713 mi
Last recorded114,713 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 OHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Fail 24 Nov 2021 114,713 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Steering rack casing fractured (2.1.2 (d) (i))

Excessive free travel at handbrake lever

Pass 27 Nov 2020 108,077 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 108,077 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust system heat shield slightly insecure

Pass 7 Nov 2019 102,192 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 102,192 miles

Emissions not tested Lambda too high (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 95,321 miles

Plastic under trays fitted

Fail 8 Nov 2018 95,321 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Plastic under trays fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2017 89,658 miles

slight damage nearside front tyre outer wall

Fail 14 Nov 2017 89,479 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front and rear (7.1.2)

slight damage nearside front tyre outer wall

Pass 8 Nov 2016 81,745 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 73,771 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 67,564 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 63,594 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear tyre cracking slightly on side walls

Pass 21 Nov 2013 63,594 miles

Offside rear tyre cracking slightly on side walls

Pass 27 Nov 2012 56,148 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 52,200 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 52,200 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 41,136 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 28,246 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 28,246 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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AJ56 OHU is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AJ56 OHU, 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 AJ56 OHU registered?

AJ56 OHU is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 30 November 2006.

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