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FGZ 4605

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,835 mi
Last recorded75,835 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGZ 4605
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 75,835 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2026 75,825 miles

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 71,625 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 65,786 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 60,337 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 50,759 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 48,069 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 39,609 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 39,609 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 34,612 miles

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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FGZ 4605 is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FGZ 4605, 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 FGZ 4605 registered?

FGZ 4605 is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 March 2017.

Is FGZ 4605 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGZ 4605 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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