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GU61 KNW

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

41,338 mi
Last recorded41,338 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 KNW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 41,338 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 31,681 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 31,681 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 27,408 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 27,305 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 26,975 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 26,951 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 26,896 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 24,889 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 24,201 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 18,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also wearing on inner tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also wearing on inner tread (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Jan 2017 18,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also wearing on inner tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also wearing on inner tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 13,220 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 12,482 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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GU61 KNW 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 78.6%.

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 GU61 KNW, 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 GU61 KNW registered?

GU61 KNW is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 7 September 2011.

Is GU61 KNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU61 KNW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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