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JA07 LEN

2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,653 mi
Last recorded80,653 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI43,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJA07 LEN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 80,653 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 67,227 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 47,320 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 40,513 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 35,751 miles

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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JA07 LEN is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JA07 LEN, 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

How do I check the history of JA07 LEN?

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What year was JA07 LEN registered?

JA07 LEN is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 14 January 2017.

Is JA07 LEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for JA07 LEN shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JA07 LEN have outstanding finance?

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