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AA08 YLM

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

83,395 mi
Last recorded83,395 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 YLM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 83,395 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 78,697 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 74,433 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front windscreen chipped

Fail 15 Nov 2021 74,433 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi hose blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Exhaust system insecure clamps broken x2 (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. handle broken (6.2.5 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front windscreen chipped

Pass 2 Nov 2020 70,383 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 70,382 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 67,331 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 58,799 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 56,797 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 52,427 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 47,566 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 41,032 miles

FRONT N/SIDE TYRE WORN ON OUTSIDE TREAD

Pass 9 May 2013 33,578 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 25,095 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 25,095 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 16,519 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 YLM is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YLM, 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 YLM is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 8 May 2008.

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