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WU61 HXW

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,225 mi
Last recorded113,225 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU61 HXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 113,225 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2025 113,212 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

advise rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 6 Nov 2024 93,398 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 73,086 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated requires replacement asap (5.3.4 (b) (i))

brake pedal 'creeps' slightly on light application

Pass 22 Aug 2022 70,661 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 68,400 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 65,334 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 56,847 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 49,683 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 49,683 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all missing (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 19,440 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 39,563 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 39,563 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 30,805 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 20,172 miles

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)

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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WU61 HXW is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Silver 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 WU61 HXW, 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 WU61 HXW registered?

WU61 HXW is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 14 September 2011.

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