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CP61 AVU

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

45,887 mi
Last recorded45,887 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP61 AVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 45,887 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 44,841 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2024 44,165 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2024 44,165 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2023 40,156 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 39,063 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 37,967 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 36,814 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 35,565 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 33,555 miles

Sump badly damaged

Pass 3 May 2017 31,782 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 28,971 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 25,670 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 25,670 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 16 Sep 2014 24,231 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine sump badly damaged

Pass 16 Sep 2014 24,231 miles

engine sump badly damaged

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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CP61 AVU is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CP61 AVU, 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 CP61 AVU registered?

CP61 AVU is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 11 November 2011.

Is CP61 AVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP61 AVU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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