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BK08 FAO

2008 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

85,619 mi
Last recorded85,619 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Fox55,454 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 FAO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 85,619 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 77,761 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 77,761 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (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)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2015 69,131 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 61,599 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2014 61,599 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2013 55,052 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 55,052 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 May 2012 48,688 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 42,258 miles

both front tyre worn too 2mmworn on edges

Fail 24 May 2011 42,258 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front tyre worn too 2mmworn on edges

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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BK08 FAO is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 BK08 FAO, 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 BK08 FAO registered?

BK08 FAO is a 2008 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is BK08 FAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 FAO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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