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AV56 UTJ

2006 Volkswagen Eos

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

106,627 mi
Last recorded106,627 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Eos69,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 UTJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 106,627 miles

noise from gearbox when in gear and clutch released

Pass 8 Mar 2019 100,650 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 89,132 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 88,470 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 79,406 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2015 66,468 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Fail 21 May 2015 66,468 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 51,467 miles

Can't see both rear inner brake pad thickness

Pass 21 Feb 2013 33,028 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 32,922 miles

offside front tyre low inner edge

offside rear tyre low inner edge

Pass 19 Oct 2011 31,125 miles

offside front tyre low on inner edge

Pass 19 Oct 2010 26,266 miles

offside front tyre slight wear on inner edge

Pass 19 Oct 2009 20,647 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 UTJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Eos in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 UTJ, 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 UTJ registered?

AV56 UTJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is AV56 UTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV56 UTJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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