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AO61 YRM

2012 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

83,069 mi
Last recorded83,069 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Fox43,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO61 YRM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2025 83,069 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 68,760 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

front tyres close to limit

Fail 12 Jan 2024 68,723 miles

Braking system leaking servo pipe leaking (1.1.3 (d))

Emissions unable to be completed because of exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

front tyres close to limit

Pass 16 Jan 2023 56,847 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 47,384 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 43,046 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 39,228 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 30,300 miles

Rear bumps stops perished ns and os

Central exhaust center clamp corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 22,978 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 16,608 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 11,996 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 10,415 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AO61 YRM is a 2012 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Fox models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 43,779 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 AO61 YRM, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Fox is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO61 YRM registered?

AO61 YRM is a 2012 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 1 February 2012.

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