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AA08 FYP

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

176,649 mi
Last recorded176,649 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FYP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2021 176,649 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2020 168,138 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2019 154,637 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 147,359 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 147,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 143,221 miles

slight play in steering rack iner joints

Pass 4 Mar 2016 137,981 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 24 Feb 2015 132,715 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 128,460 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 111,334 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 95,507 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 26 Apr 2012 95,507 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 61,337 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 FYP is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FYP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AA08 FYP registered?

AA08 FYP is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 10 May 2008.

Is AA08 FYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 FYP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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