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AV56 UHY

2006 Volkswagen Eos

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

81,752 mi
Last recorded81,752 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Eos69,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 UHY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2022 81,752 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Parking brake has little reserve travel

Pass 20 Oct 2021 78,256 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 74,383 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 74,383 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 67,991 miles

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

both handbrake cables rubbing through outer casing

Fail 19 Jun 2019 67,991 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

both handbrake cables rubbing through outer casing

Pass 15 Jun 2018 63,299 miles

under trays fitted to chassis unable to inspect above

Pass 19 Jun 2017 58,231 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 52,562 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 Jul 2016 52,562 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 43,266 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear tyres worn on inner tread area

Pass 15 Jul 2014 36,788 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 29,431 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 26,406 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 21,234 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 16,656 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 11,371 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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AV56 UHY is a 2006 Volkswagen Eos in Black with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Eos models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 69,099 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AV56 UHY, 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 20 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 AV56 UHY registered?

AV56 UHY is a 2006 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is AV56 UHY safe to buy?

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