CarVerify

Free Car Check

YR08 KHU

2008 Volkswagen Eos

Blue Petrol 1984cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

79,603 mi
Last recorded79,603 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Eos68,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 KHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 79,603 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 78,949 miles

general corrosion on front & rear suspension components.

Pass 25 Jun 2024 78,221 miles

nuder vehicle multiple suspension components corroded.

Pass 6 Jun 2023 77,547 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general corrosion underside of vehicle

under bonnet sound proofing slightly loose

Pass 23 Jun 2022 76,294 miles

general corrosion to rear sub frame and suspension components

Pass 7 Jun 2021 74,562 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 72,537 miles

rear sub frame & anti roll bar corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2019 70,646 miles

general corrosion to front and rear suspension components

offside front outer cv gaiter perishing and weeping

Pass 6 Apr 2018 68,099 miles

Both rear Tyres worn on inner edge. 235/45x17

Fail 3 Apr 2018 68,095 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Both rear Tyres worn on inner edge. 235/45x17

Pass 12 Apr 2017 60,455 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 51,583 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 41,123 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 34,630 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 30,752 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 29,181 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 24,909 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
Full Volkswagen Eos reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YR08 KHU is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Eos models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 68,495 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 YR08 KHU, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Eos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YR08 KHU?

You can check the full history of YR08 KHU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YR08 KHU registered?

YR08 KHU is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is YR08 KHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 KHU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR08 KHU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YR08 KHU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.