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AO58 GCU

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

74,555 mi
Last recorded74,555 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO58 GCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 74,555 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 59,053 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 59,006 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2021 57,606 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 25 Sep 2020 53,635 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 19 Sep 2019 46,977 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 17 Sep 2018 40,258 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 34,901 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 29,314 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 29,314 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 25,200 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 21,428 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 16,647 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

nearside rear damper shroud dropped

Pass 26 Sep 2012 12,142 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 7,307 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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AO58 GCU is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AO58 GCU, 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 AO58 GCU registered?

AO58 GCU is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is AO58 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO58 GCU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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