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Y5 GTM

2012 Volkswagen Eos

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,066 mi
Last recorded89,066 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Eos54,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY5 GTM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelEos
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 89,066 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2025 89,065 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2024 75,553 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 59,740 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge and starting to perish. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge and starting to perish. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 46,684 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 43,708 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 43,667 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2020 41,497 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 41,497 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 38,547 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 29,022 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 14,924 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 14,012 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 11,325 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 9,673 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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Y5 GTM 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 80%.

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 Y5 GTM, 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 Y5 GTM registered?

Y5 GTM is a 2012 Volkswagen Eos, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is Y5 GTM safe to buy?

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