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BG09 KJN

2009 Volkswagen Eos

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

103,212 mi
Last recorded103,212 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Eos63,653 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 KJN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 103,212 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 96,503 miles

Nearside Front outer sill been repaired

Nearside Front signs of fluid around wheel

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2020 92,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damage to outside of tyre and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays fitted as standard unable to fully inspect

Pass 6 Sep 2019 85,234 miles

Slight damage to nsf sill

Pass 29 Jun 2018 75,721 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 75,721 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Central Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2017 67,844 miles

No emissions out put detected (Clear).

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 31 May 2016 59,756 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 59,756 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 May 2015 50,621 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 43,927 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 37,708 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2012 27,625 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyrewall scuffed

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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BG09 KJN is a 2009 Volkswagen Eos in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Eos models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 63,653 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 BG09 KJN, 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 17 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 BG09 KJN registered?

BG09 KJN is a 2009 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 3 June 2009.

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