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BG59 XNK

2009 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

53,211 mi
Last recorded53,211 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Fox50,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 XNK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 53,211 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2018 53,209 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2017 48,094 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 48,093 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Aug 2017 48,058 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Bumper insecure ()

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 27,929 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 19,439 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 19,439 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 14,276 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 XNK is a 2009 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 XNK, 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 XNK registered?

BG59 XNK is a 2009 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is BG59 XNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG59 XNK shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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