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LY55 BAR

2011 Volkswagen Eos

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

73,498 mi
Last recorded73,498 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Eos57,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 BAR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 73,498 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 71,622 miles

undersealed

Pass 16 Aug 2024 71,345 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

underside corrosion

Fail 9 Aug 2024 71,329 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

underside corrosion

Pass 21 Aug 2023 69,114 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 69,113 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm fractured Spring retaining arm (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 68,672 miles

corrosion to rear suspension arms

Pass 9 Jul 2021 68,056 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 68,054 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 66,194 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 64,695 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 64,610 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 64,348 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2017 61,918 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 May 2016 56,487 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 42,720 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 36,509 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)

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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LY55 BAR is a 2011 Volkswagen Eos in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 LY55 BAR, 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.

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What year was LY55 BAR registered?

LY55 BAR is a 2011 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 14 May 2011.

Is LY55 BAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY55 BAR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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