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GJ11 FSP

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2024
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

99,931 mi
Last recorded99,931 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ11 FSP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2023 99,931 miles

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

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

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

Rear bumper damaged

parking brake requirements only just met

Pass 20 Dec 2022 91,260 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to back join (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear bumper damaged

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 20 Dec 2022 91,260 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to back join (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear bumper damaged

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 Dec 2021 84,322 miles

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

Front exhaust flexi pipe damaged

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge won to edge 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear bumper damage

Fail 29 Dec 2021 84,322 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front exhaust flexi pipe damaged

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge won to edge 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear bumper damage

Pass 14 Dec 2020 76,418 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 76,418 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 70,114 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged back cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear both shock absorber shields insecure

Pass 31 Dec 2018 57,556 miles

front brake discs and pads worn

Fail 31 Dec 2018 57,556 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

front brake discs and pads worn

Pass 6 Dec 2017 47,583 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 39,335 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 33,154 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 29,999 miles

unable to check o/s/r eat belt as baby seat fitted

Fail 28 Feb 2015 29,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

unable to check o/s/r eat belt as baby seat fitted

Fail 1 Mar 2014 24,073 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 24,073 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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GJ11 FSP is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 GJ11 FSP, 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.

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What year was GJ11 FSP registered?

GJ11 FSP is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 1 March 2011.

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