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AD57 WPY

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

155,468 mi
Last recorded155,468 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 WPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2023 155,468 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2023 155,456 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 146,798 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing os and ns (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing os and ns (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Jan 2022 146,797 miles

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 Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/60r/14/82h (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing os and ns (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing os and ns (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 144,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm & worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm & worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 138,503 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 129,044 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 116,746 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Jan 2018 116,746 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2017 103,971 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe blowing (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 92,787 miles

items removed from drivers view

undertrays fitted

Fail 13 Jan 2015 81,558 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2015 81,558 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2014 69,999 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 56,851 miles

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 12 Jan 2012 41,624 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 17 Jan 2011 26,855 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 WPY is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WPY, 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 AD57 WPY registered?

AD57 WPY is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 21 February 2008.

Is AD57 WPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD57 WPY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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