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BG17 TMV

2017 Volkswagen Up

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,416 mi
Last recorded53,416 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Up27,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG17 TMV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUp
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 53,416 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Gear box oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking 185/55r 15 82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 50,839 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 48,116 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device cracking or perishing

Nearside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Size 185.55.R 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 42,983 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 42,933 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 38,597 miles

Engine oil level low

Pass 18 Jan 2022 34,206 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 4 Jan 2021 31,672 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 26,813 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Up?

Based on 1,165,022 MOT tests across 126,770 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,276
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
126,770
On UK Roads
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BG17 TMV is a 2017 Volkswagen Up in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Up models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 27,818 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Volkswagen Up typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 9 years old, this Volkswagen Up is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG17 TMV?

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What year was BG17 TMV registered?

BG17 TMV is a 2017 Volkswagen Up, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is BG17 TMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG17 TMV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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