2007 Volkswagen Eos — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2007 Volkswagen Eos passed 73.8% of its 21,651 recorded MOT tests. Against coupes & convertibles of a similar age (21.5% fail rate), the 2007 Eos comes out 4.7pp worse. Failures cluster in suspension, brakes and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Suspension dominates the failure mix at 12.5% of all tests — 3.8 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, joints and washers — coil spring alone was recorded 1,245 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 13.3% in the 0-30k band and 29.3% in the 150k+ band, a 16.0-point spread — more than double.
Fuel type barely separates them — petrol fails 25.6% of the time against 27.0% for diesel.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 34.0% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 12.5% | 2,716 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.8% | 1,901 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 8.0% | 1,728 |
| 4 | Tyres | 7.7% | 1,670 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.5% | 1,407 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.7% | 1,235 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 1,245 |
| 2 | Joints | 1,141 |
| 3 | Washers | 979 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 865 |
| 5 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 810 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 783 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 34.0% | 7,367 |
| 2 | Tyres | 30.5% | 6,600 |
| 3 | Brakes | 26.0% | 5,631 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.2% | 2,634 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 7.9% | 1,709 |
| 6 | Other defects | 7.6% | 1,648 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 225 | 13.3% |
| 30-60k | 2,206 | 18.4% |
| 60-90k | 6,283 | 24.5% |
| 90-120k | 7,118 | 27.8% |
| 120-150k | 3,949 | 29.8% |
| 150k+ | 1,811 | 29.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 11,672 | 25.6% |
| Diesel | 9,979 | 27.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,400 | 26.4% |
| 2022 | 5,036 | 25.7% |
| 2023 | 4,405 | 26.0% |
| 2024 | 3,727 | 26.6% |
| 2025 | 3,083 | 26.8% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Eos
On a 2007 Eos, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 12.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (12.5% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (8.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (8.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2007 Volkswagen Eoss pass their MOT?
73.8% of the 21,651 2007 Volkswagen Eos MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Volkswagen Eos?
Suspension, recorded in 12.5% of tests, followed by brakes (8.8%).
Does the 2007 Eos get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.3% in the 0-30k band to 29.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 21,651 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.