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R17 PSD

2020 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,277 mi
Last recorded46,277 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Golf30,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR17 PSD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 3 Jan 2026 46,277 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 34,918 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 25,775 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 16,385 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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R17 PSD is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2020 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 30,972 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R17 PSD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 6 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R17 PSD?

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What year was R17 PSD registered?

R17 PSD is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 January 2020.

Is R17 PSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R17 PSD shows 4 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 R17 PSD have outstanding finance?

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