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GJ17 UAW

2017 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

148,786 mi
Last recorded148,786 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Jetta43,204 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ17 UAW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 148,786 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 135,765 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 118,519 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 106,832 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2022 106,757 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 99,176 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 77,957 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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GJ17 UAW is a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GJ17 UAW, 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

How do I check the history of GJ17 UAW?

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What year was GJ17 UAW registered?

GJ17 UAW is a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 22 March 2017.

Is GJ17 UAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ17 UAW 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.

Does GJ17 UAW have outstanding finance?

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