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DU17 FFT

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,060 mi
Last recorded55,060 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU17 FFT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 55,060 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 48,906 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil X2 NSF/OSF (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INSIDE EDGE PERISHED AND CUTS IN TREAD. 205/55 16. TYRE FROM 2018. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing IN TREAD. TYRE FROM 2018. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 41,911 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 36,446 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 31,342 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 28,159 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 28,159 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 24,921 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2020 23,638 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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DU17 FFT is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DU17 FFT, 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 DU17 FFT registered?

DU17 FFT is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is DU17 FFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU17 FFT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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