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Volkswagen FOX

Red · Petrol · 2007 · 1,390 cc

X17 MHXMOT history

X17 MHX is a red petrol Volkswagen FOX first used on 13 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 55,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

X17 MHX red Volkswagen Fox – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Fox, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
55,691 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X17 MHX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
FOX
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
13 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X17 MHX was last recorded at 55,691 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 363 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,328 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
363 miles
Average per year
2,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,691 miles
  • 2025 – 55,328 miles
  • 2024 – 52,681 miles
  • 2023 – 49,591 miles
  • 2022 – 46,455 miles
  • 2021 – 39,738 miles
  • 2020 – 36,097 miles
  • 2019 – 31,097 miles
  • 2018 – 29,634 miles
  • 2017 – 28,313 miles
  • 2016 – 27,232 miles
  • 2015 – 26,014 miles
  • 2014 – 23,074 miles
  • 2013 – 20,561 miles
  • 2012 – 19,147 miles
  • 2011 – 17,550 miles
  • 2010 – 15,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,691 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndersealed

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded in places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened corroded in places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened corroded in places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded in places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle corroded in places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,691 miles (+363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    55,691 miles
    Test number
    841080003194
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndersealed

  2. Pass55,328 miles (+2,647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    55,328 miles
    Test number
    160681313210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass52,681 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    52,681 miles
    Test number
    595030985183
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded in places (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded in places (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Fail52,674 miles (+3,083)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,674 miles
    Test number
    560533722412
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded in places (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded in places (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass49,591 miles (+3,136)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    49,591 miles
    Test number
    817847234154
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on all steering and suspension components

  6. Pass46,455 miles (+6,717)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    46,455 miles
    Test number
    476929399936
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded along chassis leg (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Pass39,738 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    39,738 miles
    Test number
    224356760764
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged flat spot (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail39,737 miles (+3,640)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,737 miles
    Test number
    740023597935
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged flat spot (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass36,097 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    36,097 miles
    Test number
    817956579287
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  10. Fail36,097 miles (+5,000)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,097 miles
    Test number
    441573413749
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  11. Pass31,097 miles (+1,463)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    31,097 miles
    Test number
    264165096605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,634 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    29,634 miles
    Test number
    408554029779
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail29,634 miles (+1,321)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,634 miles
    Test number
    838089226006
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system insecure sleeve/joint broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass28,313 miles (+1,081)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    28,313 miles
    Test number
    394258857399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,232 miles (+1,218)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    27,232 miles
    Test number
    557377909578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,014 miles (+2,940)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    26,014 miles
    Test number
    480592311759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,074 miles (+2,513)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    23,074 miles
    Test number
    509070164279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres have cracked sidewalls

  18. Pass20,561 miles (+1,414)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    20,561 miles
    Test number
    697596363226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,147 miles (+1,597)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    19,147 miles
    Test number
    947315172234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,550 miles (+1,779)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    17,550 miles
    Test number
    776053061294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,771 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    15,771 miles
    Test number
    531286660274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    15,751 miles
    Test number
    484848440099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X17 MHX

Does X17 MHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X17 MHX is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X17 MHX?
The MOT on X17 MHX is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X17 MHX done?
X17 MHX was recorded at 55,691 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 2,435 miles a year.
Has X17 MHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X17 MHX has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on X17 MHX 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 X17 MHX find?
X17 MHX passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axel; undersealed.

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