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RO17 VMJ

2017 Volkswagen Golf TDI

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,145 mi
Last recorded101,145 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO17 VMJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf TDI
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2025 101,145 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 88,185 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 74,791 miles

205/55R16

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON INNER SHOULDER AND JUST ABOVE THE TREAD WEAR BARS (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge DOWN TO CASING RUBBER AND DOWN TO THE TREAD WEAR BARS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 60,385 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Sep 2021 48,338 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 40,006 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2020

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How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf TDI?

Based on 1,291 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
7,065
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8
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RO17 VMJ is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf TDI in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO17 VMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 9 years old, this Volkswagen Golf TDI is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RO17 VMJ registered?

RO17 VMJ is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf TDI, first registered on 31 March 2017.

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