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AA08 FML

2008 Volkswagen Eos

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

83,959 mi
Last recorded83,959 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Eos68,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FML
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 83,959 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2020 83,959 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 79,691 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished/cracks inner edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Sep 2019 79,691 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished/cracks inner edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 73,250 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 67,685 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Sep 2017 67,685 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working led (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 61,636 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 58,586 miles

screenwash pipe leaking

wipers deteriorated

Pass 10 Jun 2014 56,826 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 47,314 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 39,373 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2011 31,889 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 17 May 2011 31,889 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear tyre worn 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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AA08 FML is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 AA08 FML, 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.

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What year was AA08 FML registered?

AA08 FML is a 2008 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is AA08 FML safe to buy?

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