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AA08 FZD

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,710 mi
Last recorded59,710 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 59,710 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 58,354 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2024 58,353 miles

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 55,727 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 51,617 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 51,617 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 48,410 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 47,523 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 47,523 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2019 45,307 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 45,306 miles

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached centre clamp broken (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2018 41,323 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 37,906 miles

small cuts in o/s/t tyre tread

Pass 10 May 2016 34,403 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 31,681 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 31,681 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2014 28,085 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 23,495 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 18,678 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 15,428 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 FZD is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FZD, 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 FZD registered?

AA08 FZD is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is AA08 FZD safe to buy?

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