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BL17 ABF

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,365 mi
Last recorded54,365 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL17 ABF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 54,365 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2024 52,525 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 47,434 miles

engine cover undertrays fitted

Fail 16 Aug 2023 47,434 miles

engine cover undertrays fitted

Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 40,749 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 May 2021 35,821 miles

engine cover & undertray fitted

Pass 20 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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BL17 ABF is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BL17 ABF, 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 BL17 ABF?

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What year was BL17 ABF registered?

BL17 ABF is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 June 2017.

Is BL17 ABF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL17 ABF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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