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GJ61 OBK

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,050 mi
Last recorded124,050 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ61 OBK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2023 124,050 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged /Deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 2 Oct 2023 124,050 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged /Deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside 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))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 105,326 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2022 105,326 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Washer bottle empty (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 89,583 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2021 89,583 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 70,875 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 70,875 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 66,160 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 61,140 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 56,544 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 49,765 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 38,291 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 27,515 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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GJ61 OBK is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GJ61 OBK, 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 GJ61 OBK registered?

GJ61 OBK is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 23 September 2011.

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