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CP17 OTU

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,097 mi
Last recorded70,097 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP17 OTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2025 70,097 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 61,395 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged both side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 52,911 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2022 44,634 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 34,707 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 24,735 miles

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

Pass 20 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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CP17 OTU is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Grey 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 CP17 OTU, 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 CP17 OTU?

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What year was CP17 OTU registered?

CP17 OTU is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 June 2017.

Is CP17 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP17 OTU 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 CP17 OTU have outstanding finance?

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