2014 Volkswagen Eos — MOT failures & pass rate
1,956 MOT tests on the 2014 Volkswagen Eos are in this dataset, and 85.6% of them passed. Coupes & convertibles of a similar age fail 13.2% of the time, so this is 1.2pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (6.6%) and suspension (5.7%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, tread depth and brake pads — coil spring alone was recorded 82 times.
A 120-150k example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 26.8% versus 9.5%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 27.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 12.2% of tests failed in 2021 against 17.4% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.6% | 129 |
| 2 | Suspension | 5.7% | 111 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.4% | 66 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.3% | 64 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.5% | 29 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 8 |
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 | 82 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 36 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 34 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 30 |
| 5 | Wipers | 28 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 24 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 27.1% | 530 |
| 2 | Brakes | 21.9% | 429 |
| 3 | Suspension | 19.3% | 377 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.5% | 88 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.8% | 55 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 2.4% | 46 |
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 | 274 | 9.5% |
| 30-60k | 924 | 11.8% |
| 60-90k | 526 | 17.7% |
| 90-120k | 182 | 21.4% |
| 120-150k | 41 | 26.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 1,644 | 14.6% |
| Petrol | 312 | 13.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 384 | 12.2% |
| 2022 | 400 | 14.5% |
| 2023 | 386 | 13.0% |
| 2024 | 389 | 14.9% |
| 2025 | 397 | 17.4% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Eos
On a 2014 Eos, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 6.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (6.6% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (5.7% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (3.4% 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 2014 Volkswagen Eoss pass their MOT?
85.6% of the 1,956 2014 Volkswagen Eos MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 14.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Volkswagen Eos?
Tyres, recorded in 6.6% of tests, followed by suspension (5.7%).
Does the 2014 Eos get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.5% in the 0-30k band to 26.8% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,956 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.