Volkswagen EOS MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

21.4%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Volkswagen EOS vehicles
Based on 8,310 MOT tests
6.6pp below the UK average (28%)

Volkswagen EOS in this age bracket has a 21.4% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: suspension and tyres.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Volkswagen EOS are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Suspension 5.5%
Tyres 3.8%
Lamps & Electrics 3.0%
Brakes 2.5%
Visibility 1.2%
Body & Chassis 0.6%
Steering 0.1%

How Does This Compare?

Volkswagen EOS MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
3-5 years 11.6% 199 Tyres
6-10 years 21.4% 8,310 Suspension
11-15 years 33.8% 42,565 Suspension
15+ years 38.7% 10,584 Suspension

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old Volkswagen EOS reliable?

6-10-year-old Volkswagen EOS vehicles have a 21.4% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Volkswagen EOS?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Suspension — 5.5% failure risk
  • Tyres — 3.8% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 3.0% failure risk

How can I prepare my Volkswagen EOS for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Volkswagen EOS, focus on: (1) Suspension — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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