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FA66 FDX

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,140 mi
Last recorded61,140 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA66 FDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 6 Jan 2025 61,140 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 53,660 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 46,763 miles

Nearside Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre incorrectly mounted to wheel,inner / outer

Pass 7 Feb 2022 39,190 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 32,201 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 25,792 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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FA66 FDX is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 FA66 FDX, 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 FA66 FDX registered?

FA66 FDX is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 February 2017.

Is FA66 FDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA66 FDX shows 6 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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