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AJ17 DTF

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,176 mi
Last recorded59,176 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ17 DTF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 Nov 2025 59,176 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 54,302 miles

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

Rear Exhaust heatshield not fully secure

Pass 21 Nov 2023 48,728 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 43,201 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 36,882 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 31,432 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 30,028 miles
Pass 12 Jun 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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AJ17 DTF is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Silver 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 AJ17 DTF, 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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How do I check the history of AJ17 DTF?

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What year was AJ17 DTF registered?

AJ17 DTF is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 June 2017.

Is AJ17 DTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ17 DTF 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 AJ17 DTF have outstanding finance?

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