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BJ09 ZWA

2009 Volkswagen Eos

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

75,996 mi
Last recorded75,996 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Eos63,653 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ09 ZWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 75,996 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 72,639 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 67,448 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 67,448 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also wearin on inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshner

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 61,123 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2022 60,975 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front top mount bearing slightly worn

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing *DANGEROUS* (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing *DANGEROUS* (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

hand brake warning light flashing

Pass 20 Aug 2021 57,282 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING/PERISHING ON BOTH EDGES OF TREAD - ADVISE TO BE REPLACED

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

FRONT TYRES WEARING OFF ON BOTH EDGES & VERY CLOSE TO MINIMUM LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

Pass 19 Aug 2020 55,038 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

both rear tyres cracking around tread

front brake pads only visually checked

Fail 17 Aug 2020 55,000 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

both front tyres worn on inner edge

both rear tyres cracking around tread

front brake pads only visually checked

Pass 29 Apr 2019 50,172 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both badly cracked on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 46,187 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 42,144 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 39,760 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 36,681 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 30,469 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 30,469 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 24,460 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 28 May 2012 17,958 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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BJ09 ZWA is a 2009 Volkswagen Eos in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BJ09 ZWA, 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.

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What year was BJ09 ZWA registered?

BJ09 ZWA is a 2009 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 10 June 2009.

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