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FE17 FYB

2017 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,027 mi
Last recorded65,027 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE17 FYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 65,027 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Dec 2025 65,027 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm Both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 57,403 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2023 51,381 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Dec 2023 51,381 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 47,289 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads worn down to illumination lamp (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 40,158 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 23,348 miles

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

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

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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FE17 FYB is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FE17 FYB, 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 FE17 FYB?

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What year was FE17 FYB registered?

FE17 FYB is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 March 2017.

Is FE17 FYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE17 FYB shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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