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WJ61 AEM

2011 Volkswagen Eos

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

127,982 mi
Last recorded127,982 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Eos57,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ61 AEM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 127,982 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2025 114,554 miles

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

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear wishbone bracket bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Mar 2025 114,554 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear wishbone bracket bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 100,112 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 100,112 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 85,988 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 68,047 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 66,388 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 65,179 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 16 Mar 2020 65,179 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 59,727 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 15 Mar 2019 59,727 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 53,010 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 53,010 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2017 46,516 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 40,318 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 40,318 miles

Headlamp aim too low near & offside (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 36,722 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2014 34,967 miles

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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WJ61 AEM is a 2011 Volkswagen Eos in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 WJ61 AEM, 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 WJ61 AEM registered?

WJ61 AEM is a 2011 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is WJ61 AEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ61 AEM shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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