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AA08 DKD

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,747 mi
Last recorded118,747 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 DKD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 118,747 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

slight oil leak engine

Fail 25 Nov 2020 118,743 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe and back box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

slight oil leak engine

Pass 20 Jun 2019 99,994 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2019 99,970 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 24 May 2018 88,965 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 77,047 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 66,118 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2015 56,277 miles

o/s/f tyre outer wall condition

Pass 5 Jun 2014 44,429 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 32,353 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 20,606 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 15,762 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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AA08 DKD is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Fox models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 55,454 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 AA08 DKD, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Fox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AA08 DKD is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 21 June 2008.

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