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EX17 ZNU

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Yellow Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,066 mi
Last recorded67,066 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX17 ZNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 67,066 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 67,007 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn smooth on inside edge

Pass 12 Aug 2022 50,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge--225/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly stepped tread on inside edge--225/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge--225/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Badly stepped tread on inside edge--225/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 34,209 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 34,209 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 17,432 miles
Pass 18 Apr 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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EX17 ZNU is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Yellow with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EX17 ZNU, 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 EX17 ZNU?

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What year was EX17 ZNU registered?

EX17 ZNU is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 April 2017.

Is EX17 ZNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX17 ZNU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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