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MJ12 ABZ

2012 Volkswagen Eos

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

51,023 mi
Last recorded51,023 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Eos54,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ12 ABZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 51,023 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 50,393 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 49,671 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 48,586 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 47,534 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 46,748 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 46,274 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 43,689 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre 235-40x18y ()

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 36,068 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 29,280 miles

Front disc corroded inner edges

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)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 22,167 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 15,163 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 15,163 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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MJ12 ABZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 MJ12 ABZ, 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.

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What year was MJ12 ABZ registered?

MJ12 ABZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is MJ12 ABZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ12 ABZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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