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OV61 OWB

2012 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

92,526 mi
Last recorded92,526 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Fox43,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV61 OWB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 92,526 miles

both rear tyres wearing out of shape on inner edge

exhaust backbox outer skin corroded

Pass 2 Jan 2025 91,230 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2025 91,230 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2024 85,169 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 76,272 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Nearside & Offside Close On 3mm Central & Very Low Inner Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 70,761 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 66,630 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 56,287 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 54,381 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 45,821 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 42,198 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 31,103 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 23,013 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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OV61 OWB is a 2012 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OV61 OWB, 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 OV61 OWB registered?

OV61 OWB is a 2012 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 10 January 2012.

Is OV61 OWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV61 OWB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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