MOT Status
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88,747 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
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FP17 HYV 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 80%.
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 HYV, 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.
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How do I check the history of FP17 HYV?
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What year was FP17 HYV registered?
FP17 HYV is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 April 2017.
Is FP17 HYV safe to buy?
The MOT history for FP17 HYV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FP17 HYV have outstanding finance?
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