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KX12 YFE

2012 Volkswagen Eos

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

113,206 mi
Last recorded113,206 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Eos54,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX12 YFE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 113,206 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 107,125 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 107,120 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

nearside mirror glass cracked

Pass 5 Sep 2023 101,585 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 101,579 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2022 95,592 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2022 95,586 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 90,919 miles

offside front tyre tread inner edge starting to wear

Pass 11 Sep 2020 87,307 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 87,301 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

front brake discs inner surfaces starting to rust

Pass 3 Apr 2019 79,547 miles

nearside rear tyre tread inner edge starting to wear unevenly and outer sidewall small cut

offside rear tyre tread inner edge starting to wear unevenly

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 9 Apr 2018 72,044 miles

handbrake performance slightly low

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 12 Apr 2017 59,723 miles

nearside door mirror slight damage

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 13 Apr 2016 51,248 miles

nearside front brake disc starting to rust

nearside door mirror slight damage

nearside rear tyre tread inner edge wearing unevenly

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 2 Apr 2015 43,330 miles

both front tyre treads worn to 2mm

both rear tyre treads inner edges wearing

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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KX12 YFE is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KX12 YFE, 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 KX12 YFE registered?

KX12 YFE is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 15 March 2012.

Is KX12 YFE safe to buy?

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