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AC08 XRM

2008 Volkswagen Eos

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,763 mi
Last recorded111,763 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Eos68,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 XRM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 111,763 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 106,528 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jul 2020 106,527 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 100,782 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 92,924 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 92,924 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 86,712 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2017 86,712 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device missing ball joint bolt snapped (2.5.A.4)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 May 2017 86,126 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 11 May 2016 77,577 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/r tyre wearing on inside edge.

Pass 21 May 2015 67,418 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s wiper blade split on ends.

Pass 16 May 2014 55,913 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 45,115 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

covers under vehicle obstructing view.

o/s/n/s wiper blades split.

Pass 21 May 2012 35,415 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 May 2011 24,396 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 24,396 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Eos?

Based on 319,116 MOT tests across 19,850 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
5,488
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
19,850
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,609
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,826
coil spring broken 2,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,270
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,259
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AC08 XRM is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Eos models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 68,495 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Eos fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,609 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC08 XRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Eos typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Eos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC08 XRM registered?

AC08 XRM is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is AC08 XRM safe to buy?

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