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AF17 VSO

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,442 mi
Last recorded54,442 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF17 VSO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2026 54,442 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 53,358 miles

Offside Rear tyre feathering inner edge

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 27 Mar 2024 50,808 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 42,677 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 34,722 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 26,824 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 20,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2020

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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 VSO is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VSO, 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 AF17 VSO?

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What year was AF17 VSO registered?

AF17 VSO is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is AF17 VSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF17 VSO shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF17 VSO have outstanding finance?

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