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CA66 XBH

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,515 mi
Last recorded88,515 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA66 XBH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 88,515 miles

Central Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 76,386 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 64,371 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 48,322 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2021 39,170 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 31 Aug 2021 39,168 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2020 25,264 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 22,877 miles

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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CA66 XBH is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CA66 XBH, 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 CA66 XBH registered?

CA66 XBH is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 January 2017.

Is CA66 XBH safe to buy?

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