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AR07 UFG

2007 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Fox54,772 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR07 UFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2025

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

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Mar 2025

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 78,557 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 78,551 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Oct 2022 78,551 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases entry to silencer area (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 78,550 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer area (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 78,413 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 78,413 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 78,020 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 77,378 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 77,378 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexible section (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 76,256 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

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

Fail 13 Sep 2017 76,256 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2016 58,374 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2016 58,374 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 40,787 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 30,906 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f , o/s/f &o/s/r tyres perished in sidewall. 185/60R14 82H

Pass 20 Aug 2013 24,118 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 19,287 miles

unable to open tail gate (securely closed)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 15,501 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 12,545 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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AR07 UFG is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Fox models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 54,772 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 AR07 UFG, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Fox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AR07 UFG is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 25 July 2007.

Is AR07 UFG safe to buy?

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