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WJ61 BHU

2011 Volkswagen Eos

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

114,257 mi
Last recorded114,257 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Eos57,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ61 BHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 114,257 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 110,176 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 93,443 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 92,668 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2021 92,668 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside outer sill,slightly damaged

Pass 7 Jul 2021 84,647 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 84,647 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2020 83,342 miles

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

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

TPMS light on

Pass 16 Nov 2019 80,634 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 69,021 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 68,946 miles

Offside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2017 54,580 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 6 Jul 2017 54,493 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 May 2016 43,431 miles

pads low discs ridged n/s/f shocker damp

Pass 27 Aug 2014 24,140 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 BHU is a 2011 Volkswagen Eos in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BHU, 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 BHU registered?

WJ61 BHU is a 2011 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 1 September 2011.

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