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FA17 LZV

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,993 mi
Last recorded121,993 miles
Recorded on14 May 2024
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA17 LZV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2024 121,993 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2023 105,618 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/r15-95t (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/r15-95t (5.2.3 (e))

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 31 Dec 2021 77,158 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 76,414 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2021 76,414 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 52,663 miles

fuel hose chaffing on bonnet

Fail 27 Aug 2020 52,663 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

fuel hose chaffing on bonnet

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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FA17 LZV is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FA17 LZV, 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 FA17 LZV registered?

FA17 LZV is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 August 2017.

Is FA17 LZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA17 LZV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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