CarVerify

Free Car Check

P666 JNS

2012 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Diesel 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests30 (25 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,318 mi
Last recorded128,318 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Fox43,779 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP666 JNS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

25 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 128,318 miles
Fail 15 May 2026 128,317 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2026 59,670 miles

Engine oil level low

Front windscreen require adjustment

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2026 59,421 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Engine oil level low

Front windscreen require adjustment

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2025 127,267 miles

front tyres wearing

wishbone bushes worn

Pass 3 Mar 2025 50,332 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 113,039 miles

tyres wearing

Pass 27 Feb 2024 37,946 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 100,726 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 30,049 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

exhaust down pipe corroded

Fail 3 Mar 2023 30,049 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

exhaust down pipe corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2022 88,241 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 23,092 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 76,027 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sound deadening material not fully secure Under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 76,027 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sound deadening material not fully secure Under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 18,090 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 67,966 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bothsides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 59,130 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 17,038 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 17,038 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 46,326 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 15,506 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 38,171 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 14,154 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 26,875 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 12,651 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 17,390 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 16,032 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 11 Jul 2015 14,649 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 9,570 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
Full Volkswagen Fox reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P666 JNS is a 2012 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P666 JNS, 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 P666 JNS?

You can check the full history of P666 JNS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P666 JNS registered?

P666 JNS is a 2012 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is P666 JNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P666 JNS shows 30 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P666 JNS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P666 JNS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.