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GL61 HAO

2012 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,816 mi
Last recorded34,816 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2016
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Fox43,779 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL61 HAO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2016 34,816 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 34,815 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 25,908 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Feb 2015 25,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 HAO is a 2012 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 GL61 HAO, 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 HAO?

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What year was GL61 HAO registered?

GL61 HAO is a 2012 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 2 February 2012.

Is GL61 HAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL61 HAO shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL61 HAO have outstanding finance?

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