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AJ61 FVR

2012 Volkswagen Eos

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

145,663 mi
Last recorded145,663 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Eos54,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 FVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 145,663 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and both lower suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os, trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2026 145,663 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure worn unevenly inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and both lower suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os, trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 137,323 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 127,585 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 121,099 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 109,193 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 94,452 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread is also worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread is also worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 82,052 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 72,506 miles

clean emissions

engine covers fitted

rear discs poor condition

Pass 21 Aug 2018 57,709 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2017 44,622 miles

nail in nearside front tyre

rear tyres worn

trims fitted to undersides

Pass 11 Aug 2016 32,066 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

trigger point not met

windscreen damaged

Pass 10 Sep 2015 20,109 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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AJ61 FVR is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Eos models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 54,601 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 AJ61 FVR, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Eos is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ61 FVR registered?

AJ61 FVR is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is AJ61 FVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ61 FVR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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