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BG59 XNF

2009 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,926 mi
Last recorded93,926 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Fox50,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 XNF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2023 93,926 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 93,766 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Upper heat shield loose

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 88,101 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 80,735 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2020 77,128 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2019 15,549 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 65,691 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 60,155 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2016 53,936 miles

Centre Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel slight travel on handbrake (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 May 2016 53,936 miles

Centre Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel slight travel on handbrake (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2015 49,913 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2014 46,999 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 37,684 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 21 Nov 2012 25,047 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 25,047 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BG59 XNF is a 2009 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 BG59 XNF, 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 BG59 XNF registered?

BG59 XNF is a 2009 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 26 November 2009.

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