2009 Volkswagen FOX 1.2L Petrol · FF59 CMF

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following its most recent MOT pass on 27 August 2025 at 76,032 miles. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, though the history reveals a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful retests. Specifically, the car failed in both February 2025 at 74,225 miles and again in August 2025 at 76,032 miles before passing. This sequence suggests that specific defects are being addressed promptly upon discovery rather than being indicative of chronic mechanical neglect. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 76,032 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 4,472 miles per year. The interval between the February 2024 test at 70,476 miles and the February 2025 test at 74,225 miles shows a consistent usage pattern of under 4,000 miles. This low mileage profile typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it increases the risk of age-related degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown due to long periods of potential use. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on components that deteriorate over time regardless of low mileage. Given the vehicle's age, the chassis must be inspected for structural corrosion, while suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for cracking or perish. Because the record shows two recent failures in 2025, it is vital to verify the specific faults that caused those failures to ensure they were rectified correctly and are not symptomatic of recurring issues like binding brake calipers or exhaust leaks.