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YX57 XNB

2007 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,566 mi
Last recorded55,566 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Fox54,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX57 XNB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 55,566 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer corroded and leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 53,161 miles

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

Exhaust silencer corroded

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front wearing outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 50,702 miles

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

Exhaust silencer corroded

Offside mirror casing damaged

Pass 22 Aug 2022 48,088 miles

Exhaust silencer corroded

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 45,111 miles

Exhaust heatshield loose

Exhaust silencer corroded

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 41,611 miles

exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 25 Aug 2020 41,611 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2019 38,618 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 38,601 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 32,254 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to split but no movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 31,539 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Sep 2016 28,231 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 23,895 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 20,100 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 17,193 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 11,995 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 10,014 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 9,763 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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YX57 XNB is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Fox models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 54,772 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 YX57 XNB, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Fox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YX57 XNB registered?

YX57 XNB is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 19 September 2007.

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