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FL17 NWX

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,445 mi
Last recorded36,445 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL17 NWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 36,445 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 34,386 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 32,842 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 29,420 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight damage to windscreen in zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 25,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking badly and wearing low on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking badly and wearing low on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 23,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking between tread and 2mm on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking between tread and 2mm on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 15 Feb 2021 23,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking between tread and 2mm on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking between tread and 2mm on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 22,306 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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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FL17 NWX is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FL17 NWX, 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 FL17 NWX?

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What year was FL17 NWX registered?

FL17 NWX is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 March 2017.

Is FL17 NWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL17 NWX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL17 NWX have outstanding finance?

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