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AF12 KSY

2012 Volkswagen Eos

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,052 mi
Last recorded135,052 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Eos54,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 KSY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 135,052 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2024 126,057 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2023 121,717 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2022 116,763 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2021 113,325 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2021 113,299 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 97,765 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 90,028 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 86,501 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2018 86,496 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 80,674 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Feb 2016 72,758 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 72,758 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 56,088 miles

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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AF12 KSY is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Eos models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 54,601 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 AF12 KSY, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Eos is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF12 KSY registered?

AF12 KSY is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is AF12 KSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 KSY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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