VOLKSWAGEN EOS MOT pass rate
71.8% of 19,383 VOLKSWAGEN EOS MOT tests pass.
The EOS passes 71.8% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all VOLKSWAGEN models (79.0%).
The VOLKSWAGEN EOS passes 71.8% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 85.0% at 6–10 years to 69.1% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | 85.0% | 721 | 62,712 miles |
| 10–15 years | 74.6% | 7,663 | 85,818 miles |
| 15+ years | 69.1% | 10,999 | 100,707 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLKSWAGEN EOS
The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN EOS fails its MOT is suspension — present in 51.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 51.2% | Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Brakes | 40.5% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Tyres | 29.6% | Has ply or cords exposed |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 27.0% | Not working |
| Body, chassis, structure | 16.2% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Visibility | 13.9% | Provides insufficient washer liquid |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 9.9% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 3.6% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Steering | 2.7% | Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Road Wheels | 1.5% | Fixing missing |
Related VOLKSWAGEN models
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — 80.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO — 74.5% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER — 74.6% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN — 86.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT — 76.9% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN CADDY — 76.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VOLKSWAGEN EOS?
- 71.8% of VOLKSWAGEN EOS MOT tests pass, based on 19,383 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLKSWAGEN EOS?
- The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN EOS fails its MOT is suspension — present in 51.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt".
- Does this show the VOLKSWAGEN EOS's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the VOLKSWAGEN service history guide for how to check and keep one.