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FX17 RVN

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

78,863 mi
Last recorded78,863 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX17 RVN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 78,863 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s o/s ()

Fail 22 May 2025 78,863 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s o/s ()

tpms light on

Pass 4 May 2024 68,929 miles
Fail 4 May 2024 68,929 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights adjusted up ()

tyre pressure monitor system lamp is on indicating low pressure

Pass 13 May 2023 63,159 miles

Crack in windscreen/Product on windscreen

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose mirror glass replaced (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2022 55,017 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 23 May 2022 55,017 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 20 Apr 2021 28,663 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 22,541 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2020 22,541 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2020

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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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FX17 RVN is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FX17 RVN, 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 FX17 RVN?

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What year was FX17 RVN registered?

FX17 RVN is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 April 2017.

Is FX17 RVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX17 RVN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX17 RVN have outstanding finance?

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