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YY07 FUV

2007 Volkswagen Fox

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Fox54,772 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY07 FUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2023 79,254 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At joints and flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Oct 2023 79,110 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 28 Sep 2023 78,797 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 74,052 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Sep 2021 66,671 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 63,150 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 57,510 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 51,535 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 51,484 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 40,707 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 35,505 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 32,991 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 30,538 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 27,392 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 24,205 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 24,205 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 20,308 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

offside front tyre outer wall cracking

Fail 11 Apr 2011 20,308 miles

Brake servo insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside front tyre outer wall cracking

Pass 12 Apr 2010 15,162 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 15,162 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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YY07 FUV is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YY07 FUV, 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 YY07 FUV registered?

YY07 FUV is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 18 April 2007.

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The MOT history for YY07 FUV shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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