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GF17 HNZ

2017 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

45,136 mi
Last recorded45,136 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Jetta43,204 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF17 HNZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 45,136 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2026 45,136 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 39,611 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 39,611 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 25 Mar 2024 33,992 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 30,085 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front wing mirror damaged

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 27,412 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2021 24,665 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 24,665 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2020 23,334 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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GF17 HNZ is a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 43,204 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 Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF17 HNZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 9 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF17 HNZ registered?

GF17 HNZ is a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 29 March 2017.

Is GF17 HNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF17 HNZ shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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