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BG59 XNH

2009 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

43,648 mi
Last recorded43,648 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2019
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Fox50,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2019 43,648 miles

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

Under-tray fitted not allow full inspection on some components.

Fail 17 Nov 2019 43,648 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both side (3.5 (a))

Under-tray fitted not allow full inspection on some components.

Pass 24 Nov 2018 42,442 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2018 42,431 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Nov 2017 38,164 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 38,164 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 34,915 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 34,915 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid No water present (so added) (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 32,649 miles

Nearside Rear handbrake cable internally corroded

Rear both tyres showing cracks in outer sidewalls

Pass 8 Nov 2014 27,041 miles

advise exhaust front pip flexi is starting to deteriorate

advise o/s/f door is damaged no sharp edges

Fail 8 Nov 2014 27,041 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

advise exhaust front pip flexi is starting to deteriorate

advise o/s/f door is damaged no sharp edges

Pass 9 Nov 2013 20,080 miles

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

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

child seat fitted at n/s/r, full inspection of seatbelt not possible

Pass 22 Nov 2012 12,707 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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BG59 XNH is a 2009 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 BG59 XNH, 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 XNH registered?

BG59 XNH is a 2009 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 25 November 2009.

Is BG59 XNH safe to buy?

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