Volkswagen Fox (2009)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 8,835 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,153

£179/month

MOT Pass Rate

70%

Average

Road Tax

£200

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1400cc Petrol

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70% pass rate, £2,153/year to run. 12 points below average.

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Petrol1400cc17 years old8,835 tests78k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1400cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Estimated CO2 band

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Higher estimate due to low pass rate

£500

Total per year£2,153

Per month£179/mo

Per week£41/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

Reliability Verdict

70% MOT pass rate(Average)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 12 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data. It falls below the Volkswagen brand average of 85%.

70% of MOT tests on Volkswagen Foxs from 2009 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 15 years old. That's based on 8,835 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 77,581 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2009 models454th of 555(bottom 19%)

Rank among Volkswagen models979th of 1,086(bottom 10%)

vs average of all models-12%(82% avg)

vs 2009 models average-4%(74% avg)

vs Volkswagen average-15%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

77,581

Average miles

111,000

Expected for age

The average 2009 Volkswagen Fox had 77,581 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 111,000 miles for a 15-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2012 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 77%, while the 2008 model has the lowest at 68%. The 2009 scores 70%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Volkswagen Fox by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2012	77%	144	68,514 mi
2011	74%	4,366	72,160 mi
2010	71%	13,824	77,653 mi
2009	70%	8,835	77,581 mi
2008	68%	8,114	85,692 mi
2007	69%	9,048	86,429 mi
2006	71%	4,923	88,671 mi

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2011 · 1398cc Petrol

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£2,153/year

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About the 2009 Volkswagen Fox

The 2009 Volkswagen Fox is a small family car. Our records list a 1400cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 8,835 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 19% of 2009 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 77,581 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Volkswagen Fox owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2009 Volkswagen Fox Fuel Costs

The 1400cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2009 Volkswagen Fox?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,153 (£179/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 70% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Volkswagen Fox Reliability Trend

Newer Volkswagen Foxs pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 4 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2009 Volkswagen Fox

At 17 years old, the Volkswagen Fox is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2012 model has the highest pass rate at 77%. With 8,835 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

What the 2009 Volkswagen Fox Fails Its MOT On

Share of the 2,146 MOT tests on the 2009 Volkswagen Fox that failed at the first attempt in 2025, next to all cars and vans of the same age.

Lights and electrics50%
Same age: 47%
Suspension44%
Same age: 41%
Windscreen, wipers and mirrors27%
Same age: 15% (fails on this more often)
Exhaust, emissions and leaks23%
Same age: 14% (fails on this more often)

DVSA anonymised MOT data for 2025; a test that failed on two areas counts in both. How we count it · Volkswagen Fox reliability, common problems and years to avoid

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2009 Volkswagen Fox stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Volkswagen Fox(2009)	70%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153
Ford Focus(2011)	75%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,228+£75
Vauxhall Corsa(2011)	75%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153same
Ford Fiesta(2008)	72%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153same
Volkswagen Polo(2011)	75%	£1,175	£170	Grp 5-15	£1,900-£253

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2009 Volkswagen Fox

Is the 2009 Volkswagen Fox reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. 70% of MOT tests on 2009 Volkswagen Foxs ended in a pass, from 8,835 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 12 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2009 Volkswagen Fox cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,153 a year (£179 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £500 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2009 Volkswagen Fox?

70% of 8,835 MOT tests on the 2009 Volkswagen Fox ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 454th of 555 models first registered in 2009 (bottom 19%).

Which year Volkswagen Fox has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2012 Volkswagen Fox has the highest MOT pass rate at 77% and the 2008 the lowest at 68%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2009 Volkswagen Fox?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2009 Volkswagen Fox is 77,581 miles, which is below the expected 111,000 miles for a 15-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.