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GJ61 UWG

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

34,583 mi
Last recorded34,583 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ61 UWG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 34,583 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2026 34,583 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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 20,490 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 15,600 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front Tyres Inner Edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 10,282 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 7,947 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 3,575 miles

brake servo pipe split at engine end

Pass 10 Mar 2020 2,528 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 2,381 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All FOUR tyres (due to age) 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 2,174 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 1,965 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 1,645 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 1,500 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 UWG is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GJ61 UWG, 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 GJ61 UWG registered?

GJ61 UWG is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 13 October 2011.

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The MOT history for GJ61 UWG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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