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AP17 KYY

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,444 mi
Last recorded55,444 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP17 KYY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 55,444 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 48,742 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 43,392 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 36,713 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 46,522 miles

all x4 tyres worn excessively on inner edges req new

Fail 7 Sep 2021 46,508 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

all x4 tyres worn excessively on inner edges req new

Pass 8 Sep 2020 36,554 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 36,554 miles

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

Pass 21 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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AP17 KYY is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AP17 KYY, 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 AP17 KYY registered?

AP17 KYY is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 June 2017.

Is AP17 KYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP17 KYY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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