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AJ57 ZNO

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

69,534 mi
Last recorded69,534 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 ZNO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Aug 2021 69,534 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2020 66,126 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 56,559 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Front and Rear (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 24 Oct 2019 56,514 miles

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Front and Rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 42,089 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Oct 2018 42,068 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 34,915 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 32,654 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 27,869 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 25,174 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 23,001 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Feb 2014 23,001 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 21,481 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 20,303 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 17,823 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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AJ57 ZNO is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AJ57 ZNO, 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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AJ57 ZNO is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 15 February 2008.

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