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GU61 XHH

2011 Volkswagen Fox

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

91,167 mi
Last recorded91,167 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 XHH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 91,167 miles

Nearside Front interior door handle broken but still works

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

Fail 23 Oct 2020 91,167 miles

Nearside Front interior door handle broken but still works

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 84,216 miles

Advise Under trays fitted

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing thin on the inner portion of the tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Oct 2019 84,115 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Advise Under trays fitted

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing thin on the inner portion of the tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 74,628 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 65,780 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber deteriorated

front flexi pipe deteriorated

Pass 12 Oct 2016 54,754 miles

Nearside Front tyre deep cut to outer wall

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear shock absorber bump stop poor condition

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear shock absorber bump stop poor condition

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 12 Oct 2016 54,754 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front tyre deep cut to outer wall

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear shock absorber bump stop poor condition

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear shock absorber bump stop poor condition

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 44,705 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Balding on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Oct 2015 44,705 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Balding on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Oct 2014 33,820 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 33,820 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 XHH is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 GU61 XHH, 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 GU61 XHH registered?

GU61 XHH is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 3 September 2011.

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