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AA04 MAL

2008 Volkswagen Eos

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

49,506 mi
Last recorded49,506 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Eos68,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA04 MAL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2024 49,506 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre worn close to limit and cracking

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 45,264 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 42,308 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 37,858 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 35,261 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 33,251 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 30,978 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 28,581 miles

no smoke diesel test passed

Pass 16 Mar 2016 25,827 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 23,924 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front wiper blades worn

Pass 3 Apr 2014 20,994 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 20,907 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 20,891 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2013 20,857 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 18,707 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2012 18,686 miles

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

Offside Rear 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 3 Nov 2011 16,015 miles

offside rear tyre bald on inner edge

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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AA04 MAL is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AA04 MAL, 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

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What year was AA04 MAL registered?

AA04 MAL is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is AA04 MAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA04 MAL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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