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DX17 VSG

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,406 mi
Last recorded37,406 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX17 VSG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2026 37,406 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 33,665 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 30,235 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 26,951 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 23,619 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 19,976 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 18,390 miles
Pass 17 May 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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DX17 VSG 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 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 DX17 VSG, 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 DX17 VSG?

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What year was DX17 VSG registered?

DX17 VSG is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 May 2017.

Is DX17 VSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX17 VSG shows 8 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 DX17 VSG have outstanding finance?

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