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BF58 ZNJ

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

56,295 mi
Last recorded56,295 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF58 ZNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 56,295 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 26 Feb 2026 56,295 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 53,644 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 50,669 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2024 50,669 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Main beam (4.2.3 (c))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 47,921 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 47,806 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 45,626 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2022 45,620 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 43,315 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 42,199 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 38,719 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2019 38,719 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 35,518 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 35,517 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 33,602 miles

All X4 tyres are degraded/cracked, not to ply or cords when inspected

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement NSF & OSF - Rearmost bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 30,481 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 27,429 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 23,648 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 19,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Slight surface cracking on front tyre sidewalls

Pass 24 May 2013 19,276 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Slight surface cracking on front tyre sidewalls

Pass 18 May 2012 15,727 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 12,940 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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BF58 ZNJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 BF58 ZNJ, 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 BF58 ZNJ registered?

BF58 ZNJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is BF58 ZNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF58 ZNJ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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