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AE08 UEK

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

70,725 mi
Last recorded70,725 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 UEK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 70,725 miles

under car rust

Pass 13 Nov 2024 69,378 miles

Both front lower suspension arms corroded

Both front tyres edges worn

Both rear tyres edges worn

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle/lower spring cups corroded

Fail 13 Nov 2024 69,378 miles

Both front lower suspension arms corroded

Both front tyres edges worn

Both rear tyres edges worn

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle/lower spring cups corroded

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 62,911 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 58,802 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 57,110 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 55,318 miles

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

nearside drive shaft out of alignment

Pass 2 Jul 2019 52,893 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 49,611 miles

Front Exhaust pipe with flexible joint deteriorating & minor gas leaks

OSF & NSF brake discs are worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Offside Rear Tyre is perished and cracked

very slight play in the steering

Fail 10 Jul 2018 49,611 miles

Front Exhaust pipe with flexible joint deteriorating & minor gas leaks

OSF & NSF brake discs are worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre is perished and cracked

very slight play in the steering

Pass 7 Jul 2017 47,503 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 43,152 miles

Front Exhaust pipe with flexible joint deteriorating

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre perished and cracked

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Tyre perished and cracked

Fail 29 Nov 2016 43,152 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Exhaust pipe with flexible joint deteriorating

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre perished and cracked

Offside Front Brake sticking slightly

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Tyre perished and cracked

Pass 1 Dec 2015 42,925 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 40,276 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 39,032 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 39,032 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 4 Dec 2012 33,769 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 32,025 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 26,097 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 26,097 miles

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

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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AE08 UEK is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AE08 UEK, 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 AE08 UEK registered?

AE08 UEK is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is AE08 UEK safe to buy?

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