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GY61 FJF

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,331 mi
Last recorded80,331 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 FJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 80,331 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185 60 14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 9 Jun 2026 80,328 miles

Emissions unable to be completed EXTENDED TEST REQUIRED DUE TO EXHAUST LEAK REVS WONT HOLD LONGER THAN 30 SECNOND NEED 3.5 MINS ON EXTENDED TEST (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak REAR BOX FRONT FLEXI AND CENTRE JOINT (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185 60 14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2025 73,919 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint cracked and shroud damaged (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 59,832 miles

Both front tyres worn low on inner edge

Pass 23 Nov 2022 51,175 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2022 51,175 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 45,105 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 39,666 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2020 39,666 miles

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 31,303 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 25,552 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 20,099 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 15,708 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 12,557 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 9,058 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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GY61 FJF 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 GY61 FJF, 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 GY61 FJF registered?

GY61 FJF is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 5 November 2011.

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