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BT11 ABU

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

53,550 mi
Last recorded53,550 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT11 ABU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 53,550 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 53,550 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits slight blow on exhaust (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 52,185 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/55x15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 50,333 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

back box breaking up internally

Pass 23 Aug 2022 49,640 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts starting to wear on inners (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 47,272 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 47,271 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front flexi broken (8.2.2.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot has split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 46,028 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 44,199 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 41,984 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 39,451 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 37,000 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 35,004 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 27,766 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 21,962 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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BT11 ABU is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Fox models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 47,153 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 BT11 ABU, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Fox is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT11 ABU registered?

BT11 ABU is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 10 May 2011.

Is BT11 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT11 ABU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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