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NL61 WMG

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,388 mi
Last recorded36,388 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 36,388 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 34,271 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 31,683 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 31,683 miles

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside washer jet needs reaiming or renewing

Pass 14 Sep 2022 27,722 miles

o/s and n/s track rod ends have had excess heat applied to them

Fail 14 Sep 2022 27,722 miles

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

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

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

o/s and n/s track rod ends have had excess heat applied to them

Pass 8 Sep 2021 25,092 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 24,657 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 22,969 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 22,969 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 20,495 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 17,353 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2017 17,353 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users Adjusted (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 14,726 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 7,239 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Sep 2014 5,109 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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NL61 WMG is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NL61 WMG, 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

How do I check the history of NL61 WMG?

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What year was NL61 WMG registered?

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

Is NL61 WMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL61 WMG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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