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DS17 DWL

2017 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,387 mi
Last recorded86,387 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS17 DWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2025 86,387 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 80,572 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 72,052 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Nov 2022 65,030 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 55,132 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 34,458 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 16,330 miles

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

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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DS17 DWL is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in White 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 DS17 DWL, 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 DS17 DWL?

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What year was DS17 DWL registered?

DS17 DWL is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 March 2017.

Is DS17 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS17 DWL 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 DS17 DWL have outstanding finance?

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