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BG56 GXU

2006 Volkswagen Eos

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,118 mi
Last recorded100,118 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Eos69,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 GXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 100,118 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 97,321 miles

complete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.

engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

sill cover body panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.

Pass 30 Nov 2023 92,637 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 87,686 miles

engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components...

Pass 2 Dec 2021 83,451 miles

engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

Pass 12 Nov 2020 80,069 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Nov 2020 80,069 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 72,176 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 59,190 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 51,664 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Nov 2016 51,663 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 43,659 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Nov 2014 35,422 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 19 Nov 2014 35,422 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 Nov 2013 30,089 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 26,406 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 26,406 miles

Offside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 22,101 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 17,109 miles

Both front tyres starting to wear on the inner edge.

Pass 27 Nov 2009 13,335 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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BG56 GXU is a 2006 Volkswagen Eos in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BG56 GXU, 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 BG56 GXU registered?

BG56 GXU is a 2006 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is BG56 GXU safe to buy?

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