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A23 MDM

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

62,988 mi
Last recorded62,988 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 MDM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 62,988 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 54,222 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 51,829 miles

Nearside Front bumper damaged/headlight washer cover missing

Offside Rear bumper damaged/tow eye cover missing

Fail 2 May 2024 51,829 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front bumper damaged/headlight washer cover missing

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear bumper damaged/tow eye cover missing

Pass 5 May 2023 43,896 miles

Nearside headlamp washer cover missing

Fail 5 May 2023 43,896 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside headlamp washer cover missing

Pass 6 May 2022 36,059 miles

Nearside Front headlamp washer cover missing/still functions

Fail 5 May 2022 36,059 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front headlamp washer cover missing/still functions

Fail 27 Apr 2022 36,043 miles

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 27,203 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 22,068 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has damage to sidewall.

Offside Front tyre has damage on sidewall.

Rear Rear brake discs heavily corroded.

Fail 20 Mar 2020 22,068 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged Damaged on sidewall reaching cord. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has damage to sidewall.

Offside Front tyre has damage on sidewall.

Rear Rear brake discs heavily corroded.

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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A23 MDM is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 A23 MDM, 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.

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What year was A23 MDM registered?

A23 MDM is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 April 2017.

Is A23 MDM safe to buy?

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