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FH12 HJF

2012 Volkswagen Eos

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

161,673 mi
Last recorded161,673 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Eos54,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 HJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 161,673 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2025 148,042 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 144,843 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 141,582 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 141,580 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 134,628 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 123,472 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Dec 2020 123,472 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working Wing mirror N/S (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 112,031 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 101,355 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall times 2 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

to clean to record test

Pass 21 Jun 2017 87,874 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 67,853 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 52,145 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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FH12 HJF is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FH12 HJF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH12 HJF registered?

FH12 HJF is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is FH12 HJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH12 HJF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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