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BF12 VXV

2012 Volkswagen Eos

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

97,410 mi
Last recorded97,410 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Eos54,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 VXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2024 97,410 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2024 97,371 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2354018 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 88,671 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 81,628 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2022 81,606 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 74,424 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 74,407 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Feb 2020 69,404 miles

near side rear tyre mishaped

Pass 6 Nov 2018 61,057 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2017 52,771 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 43,681 miles

both rear tyres worn inner edges

nearside front tyre outer side wall damaged

Pass 5 Nov 2015 38,664 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 38,664 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/40/18 (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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BF12 VXV is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BF12 VXV, 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 BF12 VXV registered?

BF12 VXV is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is BF12 VXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 VXV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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