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FV12 XSL

2012 Volkswagen Eos

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

59,104 mi
Last recorded59,104 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Eos54,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 XSL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 59,104 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 54,224 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 49,884 miles

Nearside Rear screw in tyre

Pass 8 Dec 2022 46,490 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 44,408 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 14 Dec 2021 44,408 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 15 Jun 2021 43,586 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 42,808 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 39,870 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 35,525 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 30,460 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 26,901 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 21,798 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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FV12 XSL is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos in Grey 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 FV12 XSL, 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 FV12 XSL registered?

FV12 XSL is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is FV12 XSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV12 XSL 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.

Does FV12 XSL have outstanding finance?

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