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GU61 KOE

2011 Volkswagen Eos

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

84,011 mi
Last recorded84,011 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Eos57,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 KOE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 84,011 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Mar 2026 84,011 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working Wing Mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 82,564 miles

Rear tyres scrubbing on inner edges

Pass 22 Jan 2024 80,809 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 78,600 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 75,483 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 73,220 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 71,318 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 68,724 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 65,673 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 53,447 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 53,447 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 45,675 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 22 Aug 2016 45,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 37,925 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 28,281 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 28,281 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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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GU61 KOE is a 2011 Volkswagen Eos in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Eos models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 57,451 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 GU61 KOE, 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 15 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 GU61 KOE?

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What year was GU61 KOE registered?

GU61 KOE is a 2011 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is GU61 KOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU61 KOE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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