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YY57 GCF

2007 Volkswagen Fox

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

99,500 mi
Last recorded99,500 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Fox54,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY57 GCF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 99,500 miles

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

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

chip in screen

radiator damp but not leaking

Pass 18 Oct 2017 85,301 miles

unable to open boot but folding rear seats allowing full inspection

under trays fitted obscuring some under body components

Fail 18 Oct 2017 85,310 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil low

unable to open boot but folding rear seats allowing full inspection

under trays fitted obscuring some under body components

under trays fitted obscuring some under body components

Pass 26 Sep 2016 69,409 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

boot will not open. boot floor area inspected through folding rear seats

Fail 26 Sep 2016 69,409 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

boot will not open. boot floor area inspected through folding rear seats

Pass 8 Oct 2015 59,551 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear tyres age cracking

under trays obscuring some under body components

Fail 8 Oct 2015 59,551 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexie (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure blades (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear tyres age cracking

under trays obscuring some under body components

Pass 11 Oct 2014 47,300 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 39,905 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Oct 2013 39,904 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

fault on boot catch

Fail 24 Oct 2012 32,418 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

crack in offside rear lamp not effecting operation

Pass 24 Oct 2012 32,418 miles

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

crack in offside rear lamp not effecting operation

Pass 3 Nov 2011 27,220 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 20,269 miles

offside rear lamp lens cracked

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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YY57 GCF is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 YY57 GCF, 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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YY57 GCF is a 2007 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 26 November 2007.

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