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BK09 XZL

2009 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,503 mi
Last recorded79,503 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Fox50,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 XZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 79,503 miles

heat shield insecure

Fail 18 Sep 2025 79,501 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

heat shield insecure

Pass 3 Oct 2024 64,361 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 58,383 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

both rear shock absorber dust covers separated

Pass 16 Sep 2022 53,104 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 50,437 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 44,375 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 13 May 2019 38,352 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 34,381 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 32,948 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 32,948 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2016 20,071 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 16,373 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 14,924 miles

osf of bumper adrift

wipers smearing

Fail 20 Mar 2014 14,924 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

osf of bumper adrift

wipers smearing

Pass 20 Mar 2013 12,126 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 9,837 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 9,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BK09 XZL is a 2009 Volkswagen Fox in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BK09 XZL, 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 BK09 XZL registered?

BK09 XZL is a 2009 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 23 April 2009.

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