CarVerify

Free Car Check

AO08 FTX

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

69,183 mi
Last recorded69,183 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 FTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 69,183 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 67,811 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 66,164 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 64,352 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 62,071 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 60,117 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 57,505 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 55,539 miles

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2018 55,514 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 53,933 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front tyre outer wall damaged

Pass 23 Jul 2016 52,224 miles

Front washer jets needs adjusting

Pass 5 Feb 2016 51,129 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 48,315 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 48,315 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Feb 2014
Fail 3 Feb 2014 37,139 miles

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Fail 15 Mar 2013 36,350 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 36,350 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 30,973 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)

front brake discs show a lipped edge.

front service brakes show imbalance.

Fail 2 Mar 2011 22,722 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

off side front tyre tread shows uneven wear and splits.

Pass 2 Mar 2011 22,722 miles

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

off side front tyre tread shows uneven wear and splits.

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
Full Volkswagen Fox reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AO08 FTX is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AO08 FTX, 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

How do I check the history of AO08 FTX?

You can check the full history of AO08 FTX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AO08 FTX registered?

AO08 FTX is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is AO08 FTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 FTX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO08 FTX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AO08 FTX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.