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GL61 HAE

2012 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,960 mi
Last recorded48,960 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Fox43,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL61 HAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2020 48,960 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 43,637 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2019 43,637 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2018 34,404 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 18,633 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 17,675 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 10,169 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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GL61 HAE is a 2012 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GL61 HAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GL61 HAE?

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What year was GL61 HAE registered?

GL61 HAE is a 2012 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is GL61 HAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL61 HAE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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