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AM08 MMM

2017 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,170 mi
Last recorded42,170 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 MMM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 42,170 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 33,666 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2024 33,666 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2MM And Worn On Inside (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone Arm Rear Bush Starting To Separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM And Worn On Inside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 23,238 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Sep 2023 23,238 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2022 12,033 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 12,033 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Jun 2021 8,131 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 7,993 miles

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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AM08 MMM is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AM08 MMM, 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

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What year was AM08 MMM registered?

AM08 MMM is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 October 2017.

Is AM08 MMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 MMM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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