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AK57 AFA

2007 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,031 mi
Last recorded85,031 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Fox54,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 AFA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 85,031 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

exhaust system in poor condition

Pass 27 Jul 2018 77,425 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 77,424 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamps matched pair incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

osf tyre worn heavily inner edge 185/60/14

Pass 25 Jul 2017 68,919 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 66,785 miles

front number plate cracked

stone chips over windscreen

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 66,785 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi tube (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front number plate cracked

stone chips over windscreen

Pass 17 Jul 2015 62,461 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 62,461 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 53,613 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2014 53,521 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 41,383 miles

both rear tyres sidewalls perished

Fail 8 Jul 2013 41,383 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear tyres sidewalls perished

Pass 26 Jul 2012 31,715 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 21,496 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 12,596 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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AK57 AFA is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 AK57 AFA, 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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AK57 AFA is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 28 September 2007.

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