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DG12 XBX

2012 Volkswagen Eos

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,283 mi
Last recorded80,283 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Eos54,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 XBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 80,283 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2024 69,127 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Sep 2024 69,127 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 65,604 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 63,061 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 61,171 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 58,957 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 53,261 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 53,261 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2018 49,179 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 43,917 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 36,265 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 30,327 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 25,563 miles

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)

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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DG12 XBX is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Eos models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 54,601 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 DG12 XBX, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Eos is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DG12 XBX?

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What year was DG12 XBX registered?

DG12 XBX is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is DG12 XBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 XBX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DG12 XBX have outstanding finance?

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