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BN08 HKX

2008 Volkswagen Eos

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

102,260 mi
Last recorded102,260 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Eos68,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 HKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2023 102,260 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 98,121 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2021 94,855 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 93,401 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 90,245 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 76,125 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 62,190 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 8 Feb 2017 62,790 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Feb 2016 45,715 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 44,634 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Under trays & Engine Cover Fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2014 40,352 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2013 35,449 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 30,666 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 30,666 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 24,803 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 21,223 miles

O/S /N/S F INNER DISCS PITTED

Fail 10 May 2011 21,220 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

O/S /N/S F INNER DISCS PITTED

Offside Front 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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BN08 HKX is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BN08 HKX, 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 BN08 HKX registered?

BN08 HKX is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is BN08 HKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 HKX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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