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BD09 VWJ

2009 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

70,395 mi
Last recorded70,395 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Fox50,114 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD09 VWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 70,395 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 70,395 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2025 61,185 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 51,970 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

park brake as little reserve travel

Pass 6 Jun 2023 47,495 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2023 47,495 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2022 44,490 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 May 2022 44,488 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Jun 2021 41,007 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside slight damaged to door/rear wing

Fail 14 Jun 2021 41,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside slight damaged to door/rear wing

Pass 17 Jun 2020 38,485 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 35,323 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 17 May 2018 32,932 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 27,385 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 27,385 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 23,777 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5MM WEARING ON EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear AND NEARSIDE REAR WING SCUFF MARKS

Pass 3 Aug 2015 20,502 miles

front tyres wearing inner edge

Fail 3 Aug 2015 20,502 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 6 Aug 2014 18,167 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 14,858 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 11,207 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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BD09 VWJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Fox models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 50,114 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 BD09 VWJ, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Fox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BD09 VWJ registered?

BD09 VWJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 12 August 2009.

Is BD09 VWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD09 VWJ shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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