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G11 TBY

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

133,743 mi
Last recorded133,743 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG11 TBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 133,743 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 124,919 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 117,950 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 108,435 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 92,010 miles

Front Number plate slightly damage

Pass 18 Sep 2020 79,623 miles

Front Registration plate slightly damaged but still readable

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 79,623 miles

Front Registration plate slightly damaged but still readable

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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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G11 TBY is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G11 TBY, 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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What year was G11 TBY registered?

G11 TBY is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 October 2017.

Is G11 TBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G11 TBY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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