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DG57 XHU

2007 Volkswagen Eos

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

142,263 mi
Last recorded142,263 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Eos69,034 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG57 XHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 142,263 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 19 Jul 2017 142,263 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

undertrays fitted

Fail 5 May 2017 142,259 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and also has cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 130,083 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 113,270 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 113,270 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

low to no tread on inner part of o/s/f tyre ,inner part of n/s/f tyre "flat"

Pass 17 Dec 2013 90,013 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Dec 2013 90,013 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front and rear barke discs slightly worn

part of tread on n/s/f tyre only 2mm

parts of tread on o/s/f tyre less than 3mm

Pass 17 Jan 2013 80,168 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 80,168 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 62,906 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 41,968 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010

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

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

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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DG57 XHU is a 2007 Volkswagen Eos in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Eos models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 69,034 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG57 XHU, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Eos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DG57 XHU registered?

DG57 XHU is a 2007 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 28 September 2007.

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