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AM08 XGL

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,466 mi
Last recorded68,466 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 XGL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2022 68,466 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 64,268 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 61,758 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

Pass 30 Jan 2019 57,341 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of fuel lines and brake pipes

Pass 23 Jan 2018 52,866 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 51,804 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 51,804 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 49,503 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 49,503 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 40,961 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 32,218 miles

body damage

both rear tyres cracked and perished (185/60/14h

Fail 4 Apr 2014 32,218 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

body damage

both rear tyres cracked and perished (185/60/14h

Pass 2 Apr 2013 25,208 miles

Exhaust corroded

N/S/F tyre cracking and low on edges

O/S/F tyre low on edges

Rear tyres cracked

Unable to open tail gate

Fail 2 Apr 2013 25,208 miles

Exhaust corroded

N/S/F tyre cracking and low on edges

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/S/F tyre low on edges

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear tyres cracked

Unable to open tail gate

Pass 4 Apr 2012 19,679 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 16,008 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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AM08 XGL is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AM08 XGL, 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 XGL registered?

AM08 XGL is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is AM08 XGL safe to buy?

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