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AJ17 TYT

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,171 mi
Last recorded99,171 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ17 TYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 99,171 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 15 Jun 2026 99,165 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 12 Jun 2025 90,762 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement de bonding slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 81,145 miles

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

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 27 Jun 2023 74,407 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 65,105 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 12 Jul 2021 59,530 miles

Rear pads low

Pass 10 Jul 2020 52,333 miles

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

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

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 TYT is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AJ17 TYT, 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 AJ17 TYT registered?

AJ17 TYT is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 July 2017.

Is AJ17 TYT safe to buy?

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