Volkswagen EOS MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volkswagen EOS. Check any EOS by registration number below.

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74.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-10.8%

vs Volkswagen Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Volkswagen EOS — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen EOS has an average MOT pass rate of 74.9%, which is 10.8 percentage points below the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your EOS on the road.

The most common reasons a Volkswagen EOS fails its MOT are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. If you are preparing your EOS for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Volkswagen EOS, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volkswagen EOS performs at MOT across different model years.

2015

Based on 553 vehicles

85.7%Excellent

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

15.0%

Mileage at 10yr

100k mi

2014

Based on 898 vehicles

84.7%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

18.4%

Mileage at 10yr

94k mi

2013

Based on 1,157 vehicles

79.9%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.8%

Retest Rate

20.2%

Mileage at 10yr

105k mi

2012

Based on 967 vehicles

77.1%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

27.3%

Mileage at 10yr

106k mi

2011

Based on 3,505 vehicles

74.2%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.5%

Retest Rate

26.4%

2010

Based on 5,152 vehicles

70.8%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

26.3%

2009

Based on 3,439 vehicles

70.6%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

27.4%

2008

Based on 6,706 vehicles

69.5%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

28.8%

2007

Based on 7,777 vehicles

66.9%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

31.0%

2006

Based on 2,977 vehicles

68.4%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

27.2%

0

Based on 17,718 vehicles

75.6%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Mileage at 5yr

93k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volkswagen EOS

The most common reasons a Volkswagen EOS fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

2.9%

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

2.6%

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

2.2%

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

1.9%

A tyre cords visible or damaged

1.7%

Volkswagen EOS Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

2.5%

Front Nearside

2.0%

Rear Offside

1.8%

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Compare MOT reliability across Volkswagen models.

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92.3% pass rate

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88.2% pass rate

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92.9% pass rate

Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition Tsi

93.5% pass rate

Volkswagen Golf Sv Se Navigation Tsi

75.0% pass rate

Volkswagen LT

60.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Volkswagen EOS

Volkswagen EOS — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen EOS MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen EOS?

The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen EOS is 74.9% compared to the Volkswagen average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen EOS?

The most common MOT failures on the Volkswagen EOS are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (2.9%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.6%), A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Volkswagen EOS reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 74.9%, the Volkswagen EOS is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Volkswagen EOS?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Volkswagen EOS?

Typical mileage for the Volkswagen EOS: 100,146 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used EOS to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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