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FN17 ZVV

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

69,564 mi
Last recorded69,564 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN17 ZVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 69,564 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 66,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Sep 2024 66,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 61,715 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 61,689 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer wall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 56,511 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 50,552 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 50,552 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 45,562 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged slight kinking present (7.1.2 (b) (i))

under-bonnet insulation coming adrift

warning light on dash front assist unavailable

Fail 20 Jul 2020 45,561 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Coolant leak coolant water pump slight leak, coolant level low ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged slight kinking present (7.1.2 (b) (i))

under-bonnet insulation coming adrift

warning light on dash front assist unavailable

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 ZVV is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 ZVV, 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 ZVV registered?

FN17 ZVV is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 August 2017.

Is FN17 ZVV safe to buy?

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