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DA17 FWG

2017 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

101,889 mi
Last recorded101,889 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA17 FWG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 101,889 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 101,857 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2025 92,430 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2025 92,337 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 92,174 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2024 88,408 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2023 67,438 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2023
Pass 15 Sep 2021 45,885 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 35,846 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 35,846 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 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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DA17 FWG is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DA17 FWG, 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 DA17 FWG?

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What year was DA17 FWG registered?

DA17 FWG is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 April 2017.

Is DA17 FWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA17 FWG shows 12 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DA17 FWG have outstanding finance?

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