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AF59 XPJ

2009 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

77,110 mi
Last recorded77,110 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2020
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Fox50,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 XPJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2020 77,110 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 23 Mar 2020 77,110 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 70,027 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 62,690 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement poor fitment (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 22 Mar 2018 62,690 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement poor fitment (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 53,750 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 43,736 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 43,736 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 35,108 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 22,669 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 19,070 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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AF59 XPJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Fox models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 50,114 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 AF59 XPJ, 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 17 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 AF59 XPJ registered?

AF59 XPJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is AF59 XPJ safe to buy?

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