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AD56 EXW

2007 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

75,037 mi
Last recorded75,037 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Fox54,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD56 EXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 75,037 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2025 74,816 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced deteriorated (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced deteriorated (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 67,408 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 66,524 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 65,346 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 63,820 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2021 63,816 miles

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

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 61,699 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2020 61,699 miles

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

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

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 59,896 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 59,869 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 57,550 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 57,548 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 55,303 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 53,134 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both rear tyres carcking

Fail 3 Aug 2016 53,134 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both rear tyres carcking

Pass 5 Aug 2015 51,026 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both rear tyres starting to crack

Fail 5 Aug 2015 51,026 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 12 Aug 2014 48,279 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 44,253 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2012 39,187 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 32,015 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 24,468 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 9,899 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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AD56 EXW is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Fox models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 54,772 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AD56 EXW, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Fox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD56 EXW registered?

AD56 EXW is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 27 January 2007.

Is AD56 EXW safe to buy?

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