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YB60 MBU

2011 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

69,686 mi
Last recorded69,686 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Fox47,153 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB60 MBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 69,686 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 23 Jan 2026 69,686 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2025 67,597 miles

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

possible fault on screen wash pump

Pass 19 Jan 2024 65,579 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2023 63,542 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 61,398 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2022 61,398 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 59,538 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 59,538 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2020 57,646 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2020 57,646 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2019 55,088 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (slight) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 52,354 miles

o/s / n/s rear tyres perishing

Fail 17 Jan 2018 52,354 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s / n/s rear tyres perishing

Pass 17 Jan 2017 48,883 miles

o/s n/s rear tyres perishing on sidewalls

Pass 18 Jan 2016 45,007 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 37,325 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wipers smearing slightly

Fail 12 Jan 2015 37,325 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wipers smearing slightly

Pass 27 Jan 2014 29,543 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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YB60 MBU is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YB60 MBU, 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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YB60 MBU is a 2011 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 31 January 2011.

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