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CA66 ZXH

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

89,040 mi
Last recorded89,040 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA66 ZXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 89,040 miles

((0.10+5=0,15))..P3''''''''''''''''''

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened AXLE (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2026 89,036 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm NSF,OSR & NSR =3=THREE TYRES,, (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

((0.10+5=0,15))..P3''''''''''''''''''

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened AXLE (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 78,480 miles

((0.10+5=0,15))..P3...........

Fail 30 Jul 2025 78,475 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

((0.10+5=0,15))..P3...........

Pass 26 Jul 2024 68,980 miles

((0.10+5=0,15))..P3

Pass 4 Aug 2023 59,339 miles

205/55/16 X 4,,,((0.10))...P3

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

Fail 4 Aug 2023 59,339 miles

205/55/16 X 4,,,((0.10))...P3

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 52,245 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 48,269 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded lightly

shields fitted from new restricting access

Pass 29 Jan 2021 40,703 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 32,088 miles

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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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CA66 ZXH is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 CA66 ZXH, 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 CA66 ZXH?

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What year was CA66 ZXH registered?

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

Is CA66 ZXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA66 ZXH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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