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BL05 LYN

2008 Volkswagen Eos

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,910 mi
Last recorded108,910 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Eos68,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 LYN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 108,910 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 107,010 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 104,413 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 104,413 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 102,029 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 102,027 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulges on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2022 99,425 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 99,425 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 96,843 miles

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rear brakes imbalance close to limit (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 94,954 miles

advise engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Apr 2019 92,131 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 11 Apr 2018 87,892 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing for full inspection of vehicle

Pass 12 Apr 2017 85,713 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

o/s and n/s rear handbrake cable outer coverings split

Pass 12 Apr 2016 82,547 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 16 Apr 2015 79,218 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 76,315 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 73,056 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

signs of rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 30 Jul 2012 70,979 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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BL05 LYN is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BL05 LYN, 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

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What year was BL05 LYN registered?

BL05 LYN is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 12 April 2008.

Is BL05 LYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL05 LYN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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