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YJ17 MWA

2017 Volkswagen Golf R

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,552 mi
Last recorded71,552 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ17 MWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf R
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 71,552 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 65,134 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 54,523 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf R?

Based on 1,948 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.

91.9%
Pass Rate
6,210
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
452
On UK Roads
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YJ17 MWA is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf R in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The Volkswagen Golf R typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 9 years old, this Volkswagen Golf R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YJ17 MWA registered?

YJ17 MWA is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf R, first registered on 1 May 2017.

Is YJ17 MWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ17 MWA shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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