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GV11 FTA

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,346 mi
Last recorded52,346 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV11 FTA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 52,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt dust cover slightly split and leaking grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))

brake servo pipe split in places but not leaking

Fail 1 Sep 2025 52,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt dust cover slightly split and leaking grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

brake servo pipe split in places but not leaking

Pass 3 Sep 2024 47,182 miles

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

advise general corrosion taking effect under vehicle ie subframes , wishbones ,hose ferules

Fail 30 Aug 2024 47,180 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

advise general corrosion taking effect under vehicle ie subframes , wishbones ,hose ferules

Pass 30 Aug 2023 45,823 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 15 Aug 2022 44,893 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 42,129 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 37,994 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 35,441 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 33,567 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 33,567 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear 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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2017 31,155 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 27,566 miles

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 22 Jun 2015 24,318 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 20,527 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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GV11 FTA is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV11 FTA, 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 GV11 FTA registered?

GV11 FTA is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 27 June 2011.

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