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GKW 241

2013 Volkswagen Eos

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,779 mi
Last recorded48,779 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Eos47,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKW 241
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 48,779 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 43,132 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 39,840 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 37,884 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 36,370 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 34,805 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020 33,460 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STEPPING ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 30,658 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 30,658 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 29,765 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 22,892 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 15,002 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Feb 2016 15,002 miles

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)

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

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

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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GKW 241 is a 2013 Volkswagen Eos in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Eos models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 47,701 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 GKW 241, 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 13 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 GKW 241 registered?

GKW 241 is a 2013 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 6 March 2013.

Is GKW 241 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKW 241 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GKW 241 have outstanding finance?

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