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LG61 AEF

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,898 mi
Last recorded58,898 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG61 AEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 58,898 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 54,793 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 52,198 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 48,036 miles

Front exhaust flexy pipe damaged emissions ok

Fail 25 Jan 2023 48,036 miles

Front exhaust flexy pipe damaged emissions ok

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

Pass 21 Jan 2022 37,509 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 31,038 miles

Nearside front brake pads 90% worn

Fail 21 Jan 2021 31,035 miles

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside front brake pads 90% worn

Pass 23 Jan 2020 25,751 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 18,460 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 14,866 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 12,433 miles

front tyres deteriorated

Pass 11 Sep 2015 9,355 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 8,045 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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LG61 AEF is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LG61 AEF, 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 LG61 AEF registered?

LG61 AEF is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 15 September 2011.

Is LG61 AEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG61 AEF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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