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2006 Volkswagen FOX 1.2L Petrol · BN56 AEV

BN56 AEV

2006 Volkswagen FOX (1.2L, petrol). First registered 29/09/2006. Recorded mileage 122,972 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN FOX
Year / Origin
2006 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 18/02/2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
122,972 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 18/02/2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2006
Engine
1198cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle holds a clean and stable MOT record. The most recent test, on 5 February 2024 at 122,972 miles, resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, and this mirrors the previous two tests. A pass on 2 February 2023 at 121,326 miles and a pass on 15 February 2022 at 119,967 miles both came back clear. This shows a consistent maintenance trend with no recurring faults or advisories, which is a strong positive for a 2006 vehicle. The mileage pattern here is very light and steady. Between February 2022 and February 2023, the car covered only 1,359 miles, followed by 1,646 miles in the year to February 2024. That is roughly 3,000 miles over two years, well below the 6,149-mile annual average for its age. The car is being used sparingly but consistently, with no gaps in the annual testing schedule and no sudden jumps in recorded mileage that would hint at clocking or heavy-duty use. A buyer should still carry out a focused hands-on inspection. With no structural or mechanical items flagged on record, the typical age-related wear remains the concern. Check the rear axle and suspension mounting points for surface corrosion, and examine the suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links for perishing. Brake discs and rear calipers deserve attention, as binding calipers are a known Fox trait even when the pads pass a test. Finally, use a torch to inspect the sills and floor pan for underside corrosion. The official history is clean, but these checks are prudent due diligence for a two-decade-old car.

BN56 AEV Key Findings

  • 24 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 05/02/2024
  • 122,972 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 9 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (14 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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BN56 AEV Mileage History

  1. 15/09/200924,486 mi
  2. 15/09/200924,486 mi
  3. 20/09/201032,679 mi+8,193 mi
  4. 20/09/201032,679 mi
  5. 23/09/201140,723 mi+8,044 mi
  6. 07/09/201247,601 mi+6,878 mi
  7. 07/09/201247,601 mi
  8. 03/12/201355,270 mi+7,669 mi
  9. 03/02/201573,321 mi+18,051 mi
  10. 04/02/201573,327 mi+6 mi
  11. 30/01/201685,950 mi+12,623 mi
  12. 01/02/201685,950 mi
  13. 07/01/201799,254 mi+13,304 mi
  14. 09/01/201799,254 mi
  15. 07/02/2018108,922 mi+9,668 mi
  16. 07/02/2018108,922 mi
  17. 19/02/2019114,697 mi+5,775 mi
  18. 07/02/2020116,846 mi+2,149 mi
  19. 07/02/2020116,846 mi
  20. 16/02/2021118,208 mi+1,362 mi
  21. 19/02/2021118,212 mi+4 mi
  22. 15/02/2022119,967 mi+1,755 mi
  23. 02/02/2023121,326 mi+1,359 mi
  24. 05/02/2024122,972 mi+1,646 mi

Average of roughly 6,844 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.

BN56 AEV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 21:18
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volkswagen Fox (BN56 AEV) between September 2009 and February 2024.

The record contains 15 passes and 9 failures.

The most recent test on 05 February 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (14 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.

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