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GJ62 WTU

2012 Volkswagen Eos

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,933 mi
Last recorded83,933 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Eos54,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ62 WTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 83,933 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 68,952 miles

Offside Front Tyre wearing inner edge 235/40/18- Check Tracking

Pass 5 Jul 2024 63,572 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 63,064 miles

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Fail 19 Mar 2024 63,064 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 57,464 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 57,464 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2022 51,297 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 44,286 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Mar 2021 44,286 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 38,069 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 32,579 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 27,646 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 21,351 miles

Both front tyres slightly low on tread

Pass 18 Sep 2015 16,606 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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GJ62 WTU is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GJ62 WTU, 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 GJ62 WTU registered?

GJ62 WTU is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is GJ62 WTU safe to buy?

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