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BG08 BYO

2008 Volkswagen Eos

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,905 mi
Last recorded26,905 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Eos68,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 BYO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2025 26,905 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 26,893 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 26,279 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 25,471 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 24,672 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2020 24,646 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 22,995 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 21,137 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 17,896 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2012 14,989 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 11,345 miles

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

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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BG08 BYO is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BG08 BYO, 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

How do I check the history of BG08 BYO?

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What year was BG08 BYO registered?

BG08 BYO is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 24 May 2008.

Is BG08 BYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 BYO shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG08 BYO have outstanding finance?

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