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AM08 XGC

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

127,501 mi
Last recorded127,501 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 XGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 127,501 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 109,729 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 95,666 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 85,779 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

evidence of exhaust leaks.

near side rear tyre perished/cracked.

off side rear tyre perished/cracked.

Fail 3 Aug 2020 85,779 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

evidence of exhaust leaks.

near side rear tyre perished/cracked.

off side rear tyre perished/cracked.

Pass 8 Aug 2019 73,553 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 68,043 miles

plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

Fail 26 Jul 2018 68,043 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

Pass 22 Jul 2017 64,459 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 3.5mm and heavily worn outer edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm and heavily worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 59,669 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre scrubbing edges, sidewall worn.

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

Offside Front tyre scrubbing edges

Fail 22 Jul 2016 59,669 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre scrubbing edges, sidewall worn.

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front tyre scrubbing edges

Pass 20 Jul 2015 54,143 miles

nearside front tyre worn on both edges

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 18 Jul 2015 54,135 miles

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

Offside 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 on both edges

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Jul 2014 48,335 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 38,287 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 24 Jul 2013 38,287 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 27,855 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 18,069 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 6,425 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 6,425 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AM08 XGC is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 AM08 XGC, 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.

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What year was AM08 XGC registered?

AM08 XGC is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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