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YX57 XNJ

2007 Volkswagen Fox

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

82,839 mi
Last recorded82,839 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Fox54,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX57 XNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 82,839 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2026 82,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 70,172 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 62,565 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 55,941 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 53,037 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 52,917 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 49,107 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 45,750 miles

both rear tyres perished on sidewalls and in treads

Pass 28 Sep 2017 44,019 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

under body covers fitted

Fail 28 Sep 2017 44,019 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

under body covers fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2016 41,547 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Sep 2016 41,547 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 39,455 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 37,014 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 34,300 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)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 29,529 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 23,064 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 17,987 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 XNJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 XNJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX57 XNJ registered?

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

Is YX57 XNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX57 XNJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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