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AK58 TXE

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,267 mi
Last recorded58,267 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 TXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 58,267 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 51,029 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 45,498 miles

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

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 8 Sep 2017 37,051 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both back bushes (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Sep 2017 37,051 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both back bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 30,506 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 27,729 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 23,740 miles

all tyre walls weathering (cracking)

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 23 Aug 2013 18,805 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 15,633 miles

Bonnet stay broken.

Nearside front seat trim adrift.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2011 12,686 miles

O/S/R Seat back has movement when locked in place(Is Secure)

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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AK58 TXE is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Fox models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 55,454 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 AK58 TXE, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Fox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK58 TXE registered?

AK58 TXE is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is AK58 TXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK58 TXE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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