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WG17 FPZ

2017 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,026 mi
Last recorded141,026 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Jetta43,204 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG17 FPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 141,026 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2025 132,224 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 131,795 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2024 124,933 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2024 124,932 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2024 121,092 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 104,960 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s & of/s outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 92,072 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 76,093 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 76,038 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2021 71,911 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 49,139 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 30,809 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 15,584 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 7,277 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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WG17 FPZ is a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WG17 FPZ, 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 WG17 FPZ registered?

WG17 FPZ is a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 28 April 2017.

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