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C26 CLP

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,102 mi
Last recorded101,102 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC26 CLP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2025 101,102 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2024 99,980 miles

Front Lower under tray fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2024 99,963 miles

Front coolant level low

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2023 88,435 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 2x nails ()

Pass 23 Jul 2022 74,793 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 66,110 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 55,685 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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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C26 CLP is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 C26 CLP, 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 C26 CLP?

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What year was C26 CLP registered?

C26 CLP is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 August 2017.

Is C26 CLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C26 CLP shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C26 CLP have outstanding finance?

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