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AY61 ZVZ

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

85,779 mi
Last recorded85,779 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY61 ZVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 85,779 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Apr 2026 85,048 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 69,062 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 65,430 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 65,430 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 58,159 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 54,641 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Apr 2022 54,641 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 53,572 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2019 53,082 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 52,978 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 51,124 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 46,743 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 46,743 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 34,925 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 34,914 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 26,070 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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AY61 ZVZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Fox models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 47,153 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY61 ZVZ, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Fox is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY61 ZVZ registered?

AY61 ZVZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 1 September 2011.

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The MOT history for AY61 ZVZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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