2010 Volkswagen FOX 1.2L Petrol · WF10 HRW

The Volkswagen Fox passed its most recent MOT on 8 April 2026 at 120,214 miles with no defects recorded, leaving it roadworthy at present. The maintenance trend is stable, though the history shows a recurring pattern of administrative failures with no mechanical defects logged. The vehicle failed on 26 March 2026 at 120,193 miles and again on 26 March 2025 at 116,480 miles, yet passed days later on both occasions with zero faults noted, indicating these were paperwork or presentation issues rather than worn components. Annual mileage sits at a typical 7,513 miles per year for a 2010 car. The record shows 111,836 miles in March 2024, rising to 116,480 by March 2025 and 120,214 by April 2026. That is roughly 4,300 to 4,700 miles added each year, a steady and unremarkable accumulation with no sudden jumps or long dormant gaps. The clean defect columns across all five entries suggest the previous owners kept basic consumables and structure within test limits, though the sparse record gives limited insight into deeper wear. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the car's sixteen-year age and 120,000 miles. The MOT data flags no corrosion or structural concerns, but testers recorded no advisories either, which can mean minor wear went unlogged. Check for binding calipers and exhaust emissions at cold start, and confirm the 2026 failure was purely administrative by reviewing the refusal notice. Given two same-week failures with no defects, previous owners likely presented the car without correct documentation rather than neglecting mechanical care. The Fox remains a low-risk used purchase on paper, but an independent check of drivetrain condition and underbody rust is prudent before funds change hands.