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FY12 HMU

2012 Volkswagen Eos

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,215 mi
Last recorded89,215 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Eos54,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 HMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 89,215 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 89,207 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2024 89,206 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 87,247 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 83,665 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 83,665 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall 235/40zr18 95 w Alventi (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 77,080 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN CLOSE TO LEAGL LIMIT AND SLIGHTY OUT OF SHAPE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 70,863 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2019 62,357 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 56,263 miles

both front shock absorbers have light misting of fluid

both rear shock absorbers have light misting of fluid

Pass 29 Feb 2016 44,664 miles

front shock absorbers have a light misting of fluid

nearside rear brake pads starting to wear low

rear shock absorbers have a light misting of fluid

Fail 24 Feb 2016 44,469 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut outer wall 235/40/18 (4.1.D.1b)

front shock absorbers have a light misting of fluid

nearside rear brake pads starting to wear low

rear shock absorbers have a light misting of fluid

Pass 2 Mar 2015 32,365 miles

both rear shock absorbers have a light misting of fluid

both rear tyres out of shape

Fail 2 Mar 2015 32,365 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear shock absorbers have a light misting of fluid

both rear tyres out of shape

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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FY12 HMU is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 FY12 HMU, 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

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What year was FY12 HMU registered?

FY12 HMU is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 12 March 2012.

Is FY12 HMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 HMU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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