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GD17 LYG

2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,604 mi
Last recorded61,604 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI43,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD17 LYG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 61,604 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 56,256 miles

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH; Multiple flat spots (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 May 2025 56,252 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH; Multiple flat spots (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2024 50,065 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2023 40,379 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2022 32,135 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 25,040 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 19,652 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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GD17 LYG is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 43,297 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 GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GD17 LYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 9 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GD17 LYG registered?

GD17 LYG is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 27 May 2017.

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