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DT66 HEJ

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,256 mi
Last recorded57,256 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDT66 HEJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 57,256 miles

ADAS camera insecure showing warning light on dashboard

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jun 2026 57,252 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

ADAS camera insecure showing warning light on dashboard

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 52,321 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 41,345 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm recommend replace (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre obviously under inflated tpms light on indicating loss of pressure, recommend further inspection/inflate (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 24 May 2023 31,529 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin also binding slightly, recommend further inspection (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front 3.0mm also smooth on outer edge/offside rear 3.0mm advise replace (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 26,271 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 21,062 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside cracked between treads slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 12,374 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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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DT66 HEJ is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel 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 DT66 HEJ, 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 DT66 HEJ registered?

DT66 HEJ is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 February 2017.

Is DT66 HEJ safe to buy?

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