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FM17 GVG

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,393 mi
Last recorded21,393 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM17 GVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2026 21,393 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 19,550 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 17,628 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 15,340 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 14,012 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 10,613 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged Slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 9,591 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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FM17 GVG is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FM17 GVG, 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 FM17 GVG?

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What year was FM17 GVG registered?

FM17 GVG is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 July 2017.

Is FM17 GVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM17 GVG shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FM17 GVG have outstanding finance?

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