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AK09 SXJ

2009 Volkswagen Eos

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

148,495 mi
Last recorded148,495 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Eos63,653 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 SXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2023 148,495 miles

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2023 148,385 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 143,950 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 138,169 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Outer boot is splitting at clip. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Fog lens cracked.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm & worn edge. 235/40/18 95Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm & worn edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Oct 2021 138,150 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Outer boot is splitting at clip. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Fog lens cracked.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm & worn edge. 235/40/18 95Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm & worn edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 132,409 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 117,588 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper shock absorber weather protector adrift.

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

Offside Rear Upper shock absorber weather protector adrift.

Pass 18 Apr 2018 108,111 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 99,677 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 86,390 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 73,741 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2014 60,071 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2013 46,450 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate cracked

service indecator on

Pass 30 Apr 2012 34,441 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate cracked

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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AK09 SXJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Eos in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Eos models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 63,653 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 AK09 SXJ, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Eos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK09 SXJ registered?

AK09 SXJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 27 April 2009.

Is AK09 SXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK09 SXJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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