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FB57 ENX

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

92,970 mi
Last recorded92,970 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB57 ENX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2017 92,970 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 89,961 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 84,805 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 80,239 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 80,219 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 72,990 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 60,856 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 45,182 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 34,114 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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FB57 ENX is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FB57 ENX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FB57 ENX registered?

FB57 ENX is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is FB57 ENX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB57 ENX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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