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2010 Volkswagen FOX 1.2L Petrol · ML10 ADU

ML10 ADU

2010 Volkswagen FOX (1.2L, petrol). First registered 30 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 82,304 miles. MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN FOX
Year / Origin
2010 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 28 Sept 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
Recorded Mileage
82,304 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 28 Sept 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Apr 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2010
Engine
1198cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The Volkswagen Fox presents as roadworthy following a clean pass on 30 September 2025 at 82,304 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The most recent test showed no defects, though it followed a failed attempt on 22 September 2025 at 82,291 miles where the tester logged no specific defects, suggesting an administrative or unrecorded correction rather than a mechanical fault. Recorded mileage sits at 82,304 against a 2010 build, equating to roughly 5,144 miles per year, which is low for the age. The data shows gentle annual accumulation: 76,495 miles in September 2023, 79,400 in September 2024, and 82,304 by September 2025. No large gaps or sudden jumps appear, and the sparse three-pass, two-fail record carries no advisories or listed defects across any entry. The repeated fails on 17 September 2024 and 22 September 2025 with zero recorded defects imply either presentation errors or issues resolved before documentation, not ongoing wear trends. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs and calipers, and underbody structural integrity for corrosion, as low-mileage cars left standing often develop perished rubber and surface rust unseen in a clean MOT. Given the absent advisories, previous keepers likely maintained basic test compliance, but the twin fails without noted faults warrant caution on actual pre-test condition. Verify service history and confirm no hidden exhaust or emissions work was rushed before each September retest.

ML10 ADU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/09/2025
  • 82,304 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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ML10 ADU Mileage History

  1. 15/09/202376,495 mi
  2. 17/09/202479,317 mi+2,822 mi
  3. 28/09/202479,400 mi+83 mi
  4. 22/09/202582,291 mi+2,891 mi
  5. 30/09/202582,304 mi+13 mi

Average of roughly 2,844 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

ML10 ADU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Sept 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volkswagen Fox (ML10 ADU) between September 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 30 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))”.

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