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BN17 RPZ

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,944 mi
Last recorded86,944 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN17 RPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 86,944 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2025 72,939 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 57,352 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2023 46,892 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 35,419 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 25,611 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Jun 2020 20,020 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 18,701 miles

slight chip to centre lower of windscreen

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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BN17 RPZ is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BN17 RPZ, 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 BN17 RPZ registered?

BN17 RPZ is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 March 2017.

Is BN17 RPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN17 RPZ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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