Volkswagen Eos (2007)
2007 Volkswagen Eos
CarHunch analysed 5,625 real MOT records for the 2007 Volkswagen Eos.
Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2007 Volkswagen Eos has a first-time pass rate of 77.8%, which is slightly below the UK average of 80%, but the real concern here is that half of all cars tested have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above what you'd expect for a vehicle of this age. Petrol and diesel variants perform almost identically (78.2% and 77.3% respectively), so fuel type isn't a differentiator.
At a median mileage of 63,683 miles for a 17-year-old car, these Eos models have been relatively lightly used, yet they're still racking up an average of nearly 4 failures and over 21 advisories per MOT—suggesting age-related wear and potentially expensive electrical or convertible-roof issues are common problems. Before buying one, have a pre-purchase inspection done by a specialist familiar with the Eos, particularly focusing on the roof mechanism and electrics, as the dangerous defect rate signals structural or safety concerns rather than simple wear items.
The 2007 Volkswagen Eos has a decent first-time pass rate (77.8%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.
These stats describe 5,625 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.
What tends to go wrong
Across 5,625 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007.
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Before you buy a 2007 Volkswagen Eos
Based on MOT data from 5,625 vehicles — here's what to check.
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recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
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| Petrol (50%) | 2,818 | 78.3% | 3.95 |
| Diesel (50%) | 2,807 | 77.3% | 4.02 |
Colour Breakdown
Based on 19,573 Volkswagen Eos vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.
Mileage Distribution
Most 2007 Volkswagen Eos vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2007 Volkswagen Eos vehicles fall between 49,907 and 78,862 miles.
2007 Volkswagen Eos — Still on the Road
Numbers are thinning — 43% of 2007 Volkswagen Eoss are still active.
Numbers are declining — 2,272 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (43% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.
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