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FM17 XXT

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,813 mi
Last recorded34,813 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM17 XXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2026 34,813 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2025 30,120 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 26,007 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 20,909 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 16,203 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracking to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracking to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 11,511 miles

all tyres have slight perishing

Pass 27 Jul 2020 7,811 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020

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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 XXT is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 XXT, 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 XXT?

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What year was FM17 XXT registered?

FM17 XXT is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 July 2017.

Is FM17 XXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM17 XXT shows 8 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 XXT have outstanding finance?

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