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KU12 SZK

2012 Volkswagen Eos

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,356 mi
Last recorded156,356 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Eos54,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU12 SZK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 156,356 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2026 156,352 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 136,479 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 136,403 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 133,909 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 133,907 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 128,486 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge/perished

offside rear tyre slightly stepped on inner edge

Pass 20 May 2022 123,615 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 117,346 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2021 117,343 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2020 114,045 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 108,565 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Stepping on inner edge 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Stepping on inner edge 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 95,031 miles

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

full vehicle under-tray fitted, not allowing a full inspection

rear tyres sawtoothing at inner edges

Pass 17 Feb 2017 78,671 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 62,908 miles

zero emissions recorded

Pass 27 Feb 2015 46,179 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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KU12 SZK is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KU12 SZK, 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 KU12 SZK registered?

KU12 SZK is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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