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MH17 ERU

2017 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

90,482 mi
Last recorded90,482 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Jetta43,204 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH17 ERU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 90,482 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 90,245 miles

Nearside Front DRL not working

Nearside Rear secondary position lamp not working

Offside Front fog lamp not working

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 85,281 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s tyres wearing close to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear brake backing plate loose

Pass 6 Jul 2023 66,681 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2023 66,678 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak leaking oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak leaking oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 43,139 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 21,715 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks outer edge and in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine oil low

Pass 9 Jul 2020 12,100 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2020

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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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MH17 ERU is a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MH17 ERU, 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 MH17 ERU registered?

MH17 ERU is a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 21 April 2017.

Is MH17 ERU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH17 ERU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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