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FV11 YLJ

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

76,370 mi
Last recorded76,370 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 YLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 76,370 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 74,122 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 71,102 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2023 71,102 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 63,167 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 63,167 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 55,210 miles

exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Pass 9 Mar 2021 48,702 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 42,746 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 39,120 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 31,086 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 26,004 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 21,822 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 17,412 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 14,086 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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FV11 YLJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Red 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 FV11 YLJ, 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 FV11 YLJ registered?

FV11 YLJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 20 May 2011.

Is FV11 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 YLJ 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.

Does FV11 YLJ have outstanding finance?

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