2013 Volkswagen Eos · 1,589 MOT tests
2013 Volkswagen Eos reliability
2013 Volkswagen Eoss fail 21.8% of first MOT tests, 22% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 3 of 9 Eos years (1,589 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Volkswagen Eoss: 33.7%)
- 21.8%
- first-time fail rate (all Volkswagen Eoss: 33.7%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 22% fewer
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 10
- 61,211
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 10
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 1,589
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2013 against the years either side
- 2012 cars: 24% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2013 car does worse)
- 2014 cars: 24% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2013 car does worse)
- Weak spot: tyres, 9.6% of tests fail here (58% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: lights and electrics, 60% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2013 car carries a 62 plate (January–February 2013), or a 13 plate (March–August 2013), or a 63 plate (September–December 2013).
Common problems
What fails on a 2013 Volkswagen Eos
Fail rate by area
- Tyres9.6%
- Suspension7.6%
- Lights and electrics4.1%
- Brakes3.5%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors1.8%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks1.1%
- Seat belts and airbags0.6%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Coil spring fractured or broken 5.1%
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
Tyre ply or cords exposed 2.77%
Exposed ply or cords can let the tyre fail suddenly, so the tyre must be replaced before the car is driven.
Tyre cut reaching ply or cords 2.39%
A cut reaching the ply or cords weakens the tyre and can cause a burst, so it must be replaced.
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 1.64%
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Brake pads worn below 1.5mm 1.26%
Pads worn below 1.5mm lose stopping power and can damage discs, so replacement is needed before the car is driven.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 1.07%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Common advisories
Tyre worn close to legal limit (18.44%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (12.84%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (4.97%) · Shock absorber light oil misting (4.72%) · Suspension arm pin/bush showing wear (4.66%) · Brake pads wearing thin (4.66%)
Other years
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2013 Volkswagen Eos reliable?
2013 Volkswagen Eoss fail 21.8% of first MOT tests, 22% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 3 of 9 Eos years (1,589 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2013 Volkswagen Eos MOT?
Most often coil spring fractured or broken (5.1% of tests), tyre ply or cords exposed (2.77% of tests), tyre cut reaching ply or cords (2.39% of tests).
How many miles should a 2013 Volkswagen Eos have done?
At its MOT aged about 10, a typical 2013 Volkswagen Eos shows 61,211 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2013 car?
A car first registered in 2013 carries a 62 plate (January–February 2013), or a 13 plate (March–August 2013), or a 63 plate (September–December 2013).
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