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A22 NJW

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

62,846 mi
Last recorded62,846 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA22 NJW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 62,846 miles

O/s/f inner brake pad worn close to wear sensor

Pass 11 Jun 2025 57,840 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 57,840 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 52,874 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 47,292 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 47,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 39,542 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 36,686 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 26,135 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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A22 NJW is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 44,034 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A22 NJW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 9 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A22 NJW?

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What year was A22 NJW registered?

A22 NJW is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 September 2017.

Is A22 NJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A22 NJW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A22 NJW have outstanding finance?

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