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GJ11 JFO

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

75,891 mi
Last recorded75,891 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ11 JFO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 75,891 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2025 72,938 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2025 72,938 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 66,214 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2024 66,214 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 56,000 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 45,269 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 40,554 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 35,571 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 35,571 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

OFFSIDE REAR SIDE PANEL TRIM INSECURE

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 35,503 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2020 35,503 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link upper ball joint gator split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 32,763 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 29,589 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 29,589 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 26,206 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 22,421 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 18,350 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 14,315 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 JFO is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 JFO, 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 GJ11 JFO registered?

GJ11 JFO is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 31 March 2011.

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