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BN13 BLU

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

125,471 mi
Last recorded125,471 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN13 BLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 125,471 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 113,940 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 103,130 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 91,972 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 81,810 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 66,183 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 61,029 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 61,029 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 22 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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BN13 BLU is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BN13 BLU, 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 BN13 BLU?

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What year was BN13 BLU registered?

BN13 BLU is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 June 2017.

Is BN13 BLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN13 BLU 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.

Does BN13 BLU have outstanding finance?

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