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G5 DJX

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,751 mi
Last recorded101,751 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 DJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2026 101,751 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2025 95,678 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (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 14 Aug 2024 87,390 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2023 80,862 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 77,517 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 74,866 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 63,132 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 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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G5 DJX is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G5 DJX, 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 G5 DJX registered?

G5 DJX is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 June 2017.

Is G5 DJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 DJX shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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