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AO11 SFN

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

75,060 mi
Last recorded75,060 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO11 SFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 75,060 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2025 75,025 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2024 74,303 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Lower effort to nearside 27% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Oct 2024 74,301 miles

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

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s slower (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 72,728 miles

front brakes slightly fluctuating

Fail 9 Oct 2023 72,712 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

exhaust leak

front brakes slightly fluctuating

Pass 12 Oct 2022 70,524 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Both windscreen wipers split

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front to centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 68,127 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 1 Oct 2021 68,125 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2020 66,417 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 66,417 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 65,838 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2020 65,838 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 56,572 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 56,572 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear Glass missing (3.3 (c))

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

Pass 30 Dec 2017 49,617 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 37,603 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre side wall and tread cracking

Offside Rear Tyre side wall and tread cracking

Pass 23 Jan 2016 28,328 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2016 28,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 19,276 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 29 Jan 2014 11,710 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 11,710 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AO11 SFN is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Fox models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 47,153 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 AO11 SFN, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Fox is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO11 SFN registered?

AO11 SFN is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 23 May 2011.

Is AO11 SFN safe to buy?

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