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AD57 RYR

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

119,516 mi
Last recorded119,516 miles
Recorded on24 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 RYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 May 2022 119,516 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 119,516 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 114,468 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 109,339 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 109,339 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2018 102,604 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 94,116 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 94,116 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2017 94,116 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 94,116 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 86,099 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 77,581 miles

tears to nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Dec 2014 69,736 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 69,736 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 59,594 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 49,350 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 37,433 miles

CANNOT CHECK REAR SEAT BELTS BABY SEATS FITTED

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2010 72,945 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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AD57 RYR is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 AD57 RYR, 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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AD57 RYR is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 30 January 2008.

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