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BG57 WJC

2007 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

65,811 mi
Last recorded65,811 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Fox54,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG57 WJC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 65,811 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 65,811 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 61,639 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 59,254 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 50,601 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 46,409 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 46,409 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2017 44,438 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 42,802 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 42,802 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 37,993 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 37,993 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 32,662 miles

nsf indicator bulb slight discolored

nsf tyre has small cut in side wall no cords showing

osr tyre perished / cracking

ost tyre at 2.5 mm

Fail 16 Jul 2014 32,662 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

nsf indicator bulb slight discolored

nsf tyre has small cut in side wall no cords showing

osr tyre perished / cracking

ost tyre at 2.5 mm

Pass 31 Jul 2013 27,529 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 22,968 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Sep 2011 18,198 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 18,198 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 13,522 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application slightly uneven

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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BG57 WJC is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 BG57 WJC, 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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What year was BG57 WJC registered?

BG57 WJC is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 18 October 2007.

Is BG57 WJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG57 WJC shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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