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AF17 FZZ

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

102,309 mi
Last recorded102,309 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF17 FZZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 102,309 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2026 102,223 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Very out of shape 225/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 99,212 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 92,044 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 92,044 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 80,014 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 65,140 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front brake discs slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/R18 continental (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/R18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 49,578 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded and pitted on inner faces

Pass 20 Mar 2020 41,086 miles

Factory fitted Engine Cover.

Factory fitted Undertrays.

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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AF17 FZZ is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Silver 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 AF17 FZZ, 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 AF17 FZZ registered?

AF17 FZZ is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 March 2017.

Is AF17 FZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF17 FZZ 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.

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