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GN17 FTK

2017 Volkswagen Unknown

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,316 mi
Last recorded110,316 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Unknown42,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN17 FTK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 110,316 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 99,070 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm,bald on edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Jul 2024 99,070 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm,bald on edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 86,226 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 71,535 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 57,949 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 52,167 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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GN17 FTK is a 2017 Volkswagen Unknown in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 42,963 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN17 FTK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 9 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN17 FTK?

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What year was GN17 FTK registered?

GN17 FTK is a 2017 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 10 August 2017.

Is GN17 FTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN17 FTK 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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