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AK07 TLY

2007 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,286 mi
Last recorded58,286 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2016
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Fox54,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK07 TLY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2016 58,286 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 52,452 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 43,029 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 36,055 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 36,055 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 31,447 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 31,447 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 28,740 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 28,733 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 26,033 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 22,768 miles

n/s/f door mirror has small crack on it

n/s/f inner cover( plastic cover damaged)

Fail 19 Sep 2009 22,768 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/f door mirror has small crack on it

n/s/f inner cover( plastic cover damaged)

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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AK07 TLY is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Fox models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 54,772 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 AK07 TLY, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Fox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK07 TLY registered?

AK07 TLY is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 21 April 2007.

Is AK07 TLY safe to buy?

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