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FM17 PVK

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

125,420 mi
Last recorded125,420 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM17 PVK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 125,420 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 May 2026 125,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 114,422 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 88,689 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 70,959 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 55,059 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 32,158 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 PVK is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FM17 PVK, 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 PVK?

You can check the full history of FM17 PVK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FM17 PVK registered?

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

Is FM17 PVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM17 PVK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FM17 PVK have outstanding finance?

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