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NL61 WLZ

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

43,416 mi
Last recorded43,416 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL61 WLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2024 43,416 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 38,774 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2023 38,774 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 38,547 miles

Nearside Front wing damaged but not in dangerous condition

Offside Front wing damaged but not in a dangerous condition

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 38,391 miles

under tray fitted obscuring components

Fail 19 Aug 2021 38,391 miles

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

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

under tray fitted obscuring components

Pass 20 Aug 2020 38,144 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 37,484 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 36,004 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2018 36,004 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 33,310 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 29,206 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 24,519 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 19,030 miles

both front tyres uneven wear,worn inside edge

corrosion to exhaust system

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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NL61 WLZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Red 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 NL61 WLZ, 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 NL61 WLZ registered?

NL61 WLZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 26 September 2011.

Is NL61 WLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL61 WLZ 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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