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AP08 FBX

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

111,004 mi
Last recorded111,004 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 FBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 111,004 miles

Central exhaust sleeve corroded

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 22 Nov 2025 111,004 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Central exhaust sleeve corroded

Coolant leak header tank below minimum ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Nov 2024 106,818 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Outer silencer casing corroded / broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2024 106,818 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Wiper split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Outer silencer casing corroded / broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 101,527 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi slightly leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 101,471 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 97,618 miles

Both front tyres devoid of tread on edges

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin heavily corroded and cracked

Pass 19 Nov 2021 92,920 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise tyre has outer shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Nov 2021 92,896 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure Exhaust sleeve broken away (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise tyre has outer shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 88,280 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2019 73,027 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 73,016 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 May 2019 72,974 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 68,747 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 64,487 miles

Central exhaust clamp broken

Pass 2 Jun 2016 57,569 miles

front exhaust flexi pipe perished

Pass 27 May 2015 49,283 miles

front flexi exhaust pipe perished

n/s/r tyre 3mm of tread and wearing on outer edge

servo pipe perished

wishbone bushes split/perished

Pass 27 May 2014 40,238 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 32,553 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 24,303 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 14,969 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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AP08 FBX 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 AP08 FBX, 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 AP08 FBX registered?

AP08 FBX is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is AP08 FBX safe to buy?

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