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AP66 EEA

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

98,371 mi
Last recorded98,371 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP66 EEA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 98,371 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45x17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2025 83,617 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 74,108 miles

front tyres 225/45x17 have slight inner edge wear

Pass 16 Jan 2023 61,956 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 49,937 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords few deep cuts/wearing uneven on inner side (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2022 49,937 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed just showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords few deep cuts/wearing uneven on inner side (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 38,395 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both damp at neck (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in tread groove (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 29,626 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front just damp at neck (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both split at ends (3.4 (b) (i))

cleaned rear registration plate prior to test

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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AP66 EEA is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,395cc petrol 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 AP66 EEA, 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 AP66 EEA registered?

AP66 EEA is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 January 2017.

Is AP66 EEA safe to buy?

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