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FN17 ABZ

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,926 mi
Last recorded66,926 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN17 ABZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2025 66,926 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 58,755 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2023 49,523 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2022 44,946 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 36,752 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 25,057 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

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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FN17 ABZ is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 FN17 ABZ, 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 FN17 ABZ?

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What year was FN17 ABZ registered?

FN17 ABZ is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 March 2017.

Is FN17 ABZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN17 ABZ shows 6 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 FN17 ABZ have outstanding finance?

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