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AK09 LJX

2009 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

29,849 mi
Last recorded29,849 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Fox50,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 LJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 29,849 miles

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

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

Offside 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 Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Apr 2026 29,849 miles

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

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

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

Offside 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 Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 21,332 miles

Front Front wiper blades slightly smearing

Pass 8 Apr 2024 20,278 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 19,226 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 18,141 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 17,074 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 16,358 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 15,424 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 14,247 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 12,926 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 11,776 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 10,603 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 8,657 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 7,011 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 5,727 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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AK09 LJX is a 2009 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 AK09 LJX, 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 AK09 LJX registered?

AK09 LJX is a 2009 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 23 March 2009.

Is AK09 LJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK09 LJX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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