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Volkswagen FOX

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

T7 TLXMOT history

T7 TLX is a red petrol Volkswagen FOX first used on 28 Aug 2009. Its MOT expired on 15 Jan 2025 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 41,672 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jan 2025
Mileage
41,672 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2024
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,022 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T7 TLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
FOX
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T7 TLX was last recorded at 41,672 miles on 11 Jan 2024, 3,976 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,696 miles · 16 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
3,976 miles
Average per year
3,022 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 41,672 miles
  • 2023 – 37,696 miles
  • 2022 – 35,123 miles
  • 2021 – 32,466 miles
  • 2019 – 28,854 miles
  • 2018 – 24,989 miles
  • 2017 – 24,118 miles
  • 2016 – 22,961 miles
  • 2015 – 20,592 miles
  • 2014 – 18,040 miles
  • 2013 – 13,152 miles
  • 2012 – 7,107 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,672 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Under covers fitted obscuring some underside components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,672 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    41,672 miles
    Test number
    976587692920
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail41,668 miles (+3,972)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,668 miles
    Test number
    678612763879
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass37,696 miles (+2,573)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    37,696 miles
    Test number
    919377157162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass35,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    35,123 miles
    Test number
    803795342232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail35,121 miles (+2,655)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,121 miles
    Test number
    558206155520
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass32,466 miles (+3,612)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    32,466 miles
    Test number
    642702486915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a slight blow

  7. Pass28,854 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    28,854 miles
    Test number
    297304884551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake cable outer casing deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Nearside + Offside, Shock absorber external casings corroded

  8. Fail28,854 miles (+3,865)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,854 miles
    Test number
    899592348182
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake cable outer casing deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Nearside + Offside, Shock absorber external casings corroded

  9. Pass24,989 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    24,989 miles
    Test number
    679429090307
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted obscuring some underside components.

  10. Fail24,985 miles (+867)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,985 miles
    Test number
    736628977513
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted obscuring some underside components.

  11. Pass24,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    24,118 miles
    Test number
    181255457233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail24,118 miles (+1,157)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,118 miles
    Test number
    444496912492
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass22,961 miles (+2,369)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    22,961 miles
    Test number
    853328260047
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAdvise front brake inspection slight bind on both front
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass20,592 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    20,592 miles
    Test number
    665789315271
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail20,592 miles (+2,552)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,592 miles
    Test number
    305649115224
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre heavily worn on inner shoulder 185/60/14

  16. Pass18,040 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    18,040 miles
    Test number
    769354334288
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight cracking around nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

  17. Fail18,040 miles (+4,888)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,040 miles
    Test number
    897922734207
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight cracking around nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

  18. Pass13,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    13,152 miles
    Test number
    246043633292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail13,152 miles (+6,045)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,152 miles
    Test number
    398243133460
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass7,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    7,107 miles
    Test number
    399946912475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T7 TLX

Does T7 TLX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T7 TLX expired on 15 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T7 TLX?
The MOT on T7 TLX expired on 15 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T7 TLX done?
T7 TLX was recorded at 41,672 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2024, an average of 3,022 miles a year.
Has T7 TLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T7 TLX has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T7 TLX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T7 TLX find?
T7 TLX passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2024 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded, and 3 more.

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