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AK56 ZFJ

2006 Volkswagen Eos

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

150,088 mi
Last recorded150,088 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Eos69,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 ZFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 150,088 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2024 150,088 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 143,710 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Signs of body corrosion

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2022 139,457 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 137,147 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 134,630 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 131,422 miles

Boost leak

Pass 16 Oct 2018 125,762 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 118,023 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 118,023 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 111,983 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 111,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 102,907 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear both rear discs lipped

engine under tray fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2014 97,313 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 86,049 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 77,278 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 68,753 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 59,200 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 48,270 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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AK56 ZFJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Eos in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Eos models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 69,099 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 AK56 ZFJ, 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 20 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 AK56 ZFJ registered?

AK56 ZFJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 27 October 2006.

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The MOT history for AK56 ZFJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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