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FGZ 1436

2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Black Other 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,634 mi
Last recorded57,634 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI43,297 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGZ 1436
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 57,634 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 50,929 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 44,731 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 39,314 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 28,301 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 28,228 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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FGZ 1436 is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Black with a 1,984cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 43,297 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 GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FGZ 1436, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 9 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FGZ 1436?

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What year was FGZ 1436 registered?

FGZ 1436 is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 8 February 2017.

Is FGZ 1436 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGZ 1436 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FGZ 1436 have outstanding finance?

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