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AM07 BXA

2007 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,891 mi
Last recorded42,891 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Fox54,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM07 BXA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 42,891 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight blow on exhaust back box

Pass 23 Aug 2016 39,403 miles

both rear tyres are cracking but no cords showing

Fail 23 Aug 2016 39,402 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres are cracking but no cords showing

Pass 20 Aug 2015 35,452 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

HEAVY CRACKING TO O/S AND N/S REAR TYRE SIDE WALL'S, COULD NOT SEE PLY OR CORDS AT TIME OF TEST

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 35,452 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

HEAVY CRACKING TO O/S AND N/S REAR TYRE SIDE WALL'S, COULD NOT SEE PLY OR CORDS AT TIME OF TEST

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 31,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 31,769 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 28,306 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 24,489 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 20,222 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 20,222 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 13,753 miles

nsf tyre slighly worn on outer edge

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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AM07 BXA is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc 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 AM07 BXA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM07 BXA registered?

AM07 BXA is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 14 August 2007.

Is AM07 BXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM07 BXA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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