2009 Volkswagen FOX 1.2L Petrol · NU59 PZP

The 2023‑06‑28 MOT at 149,879 miles resulted in a pass, confirming that the Volkswagen Fox remains roadworthy despite a very strong advisory on front tyre wear. The previous June 2023 failure, driven by exhaust lambda exceedances and a rear exhaust leak, shows that the vehicle has addressed those issues, yet recurring tyre wear, power‑steering pipe corrosion and chassis rust indicate a maintenance pattern that is stable rather than improving. At roughly 8,800 miles per year the Fox’s mileage aligns with typical usage for a 17‑year‑old vehicle. The jump from 145,276 miles on 28 June 2022 to 149,850 miles on 20 June 2023 adds 4,574 miles in 11 months, suggesting more intensive use, while the increase from 139,732 miles on 21 June 2021 to 145,276 miles on 28 June 2022 adds 5,544 miles in a single year, indicating a steady accumulation without long periods of stagnation. A buyer should inspect the front suspension arm pins and bushes for excessive play, verify that the rear road wheels show no distortion, and examine the front brake hoses for corrosion at the ferrules. Particular attention must be given to the chassis corrosion within 30 cm of mounting points, the power‑steering pipe for slight corrosion, the rear exhaust clamp for leaks, tyre tread depth, and the functionality of the rear registration plate lamp, while also checking for any binding rear brakes that were flagged in earlier tests.