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BP08 BOU

2008 Volkswagen Eos

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,797 mi
Last recorded131,797 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Eos68,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 BOU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 131,797 miles

Central Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 16 May 2017 131,797 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Central Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 119,198 miles

Front tyres cracking on inner sidewalls

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear tyre feathered

Fail 29 Mar 2016 119,198 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front tyres cracking on inner sidewalls

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear tyre feathered

Pass 25 Mar 2015 106,236 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 101,467 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 81,610 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 60,607 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 55,074 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 44,424 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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BP08 BOU is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BP08 BOU, 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.

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What year was BP08 BOU registered?

BP08 BOU is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 3 July 2008.

Is BP08 BOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP08 BOU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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