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EA17 WJO

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

145,425 mi
Last recorded145,425 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA17 WJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2026 145,425 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 129,273 miles

Nearside Rear tyre feathering inner edge

Pass 17 Jul 2024 113,587 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 97,158 miles

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

engine undertray fitted (restricting viewing of components)

no diesel smoke content registered on diesel smoke meter for diesel smoke test due to manufacturers engine soft limiter fitted

underfloor panels fitted (restricting viewing of components)

Pass 26 Jul 2022 81,663 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside rear tyre worn heavily out of shape

Pass 28 Jul 2021 63,699 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 53,195 miles

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

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

Pass 11 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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EA17 WJO is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc 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 EA17 WJO, 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 EA17 WJO registered?

EA17 WJO is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 May 2017.

Is EA17 WJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA17 WJO 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.

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