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FN17 YXT

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

83,488 mi
Last recorded83,488 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN17 YXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 83,488 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2025 77,380 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 68,369 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2023 57,251 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 46,521 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 41,471 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Screw

Pass 29 Feb 2020 38,978 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2020 38,978 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))

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 YXT is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel 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 FN17 YXT, 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

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What year was FN17 YXT registered?

FN17 YXT is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 March 2017.

Is FN17 YXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN17 YXT 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.

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