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FP17 GJU

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,123 mi
Last recorded57,123 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP17 GJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 57,123 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2026 57,122 miles

Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened Both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened Osf spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 48,615 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 41,189 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 32,893 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 27,777 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 24,090 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 20,682 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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FP17 GJU is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,395cc petrol 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 FP17 GJU, 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 FP17 GJU?

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What year was FP17 GJU registered?

FP17 GJU is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 April 2017.

Is FP17 GJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP17 GJU 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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