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AM09 VAZ

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,285 mi
Last recorded77,285 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM09 VAZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2025 77,285 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 68,756 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 59,905 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 51,196 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 39,390 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 30,612 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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AM09 VAZ is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 AM09 VAZ, 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 AM09 VAZ?

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What year was AM09 VAZ registered?

AM09 VAZ is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 September 2017.

Is AM09 VAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM09 VAZ shows 6 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 AM09 VAZ have outstanding finance?

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