2009 Volkswagen Urban Fox 75 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Urban Fox 75 models manufactured in 2009, based on 173 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all Urban Fox 75 cars tested in 2009. Want to see how cars built in 2009 hold up over time?
View 2009 Volkswagen Urban Fox 75 vintage page → (75.8% current pass rate)2009 Volkswagen Urban Fox 75 MOT Analysis
The 2009 Volkswagen Urban Fox 75 has an MOT pass rate of 87.3% based on 173 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 28,169 miles on the odometer. With a 12.7% failure rate, the 2009 Urban Fox 75 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2009 Volkswagen Urban Fox 75 is Suspension, responsible for 3.5% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment is the second most common issue at 2.9%. Driver's View of the Road follows at 1.7%.
Top failures specific to 2009 models only. The overall Urban Fox 75 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 3.5% | 6 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.9% | 5 |
| 3 | Driver's View Of The Road | 1.7% | 3 |
| 4 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 1.7% | 3 |
| 5 | Tyres | 1.2% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 28,169 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1.23 | 3.5% | 6 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 1.03 | 2.9% | 5 |
| Visibility | 0.62 | 1.7% | 3 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.62 | 1.7% | 3 |
| Tyres | 0.41 | 1.2% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2009 Volkswagen Urban Fox 75 has an MOT pass rate of 87.3% based on 173 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 28,169 miles on the odometer. With a 12.7% failure rate, the 2009 Urban Fox 75 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2009 Volkswagen Urban Fox 75, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With relatively low average mileage of 28,169 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Suspension — 3.5% of failures
Suspension issues account for 3.5% of MOT failures on 2009 Volkswagen Urban Fox 75 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 2.9% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 2.9% of MOT failures on 2009 Volkswagen Urban Fox 75 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Driver's View of the Road — 1.7% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 1.7% of MOT failures on 2009 Volkswagen Urban Fox 75 models. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.