2017 VOLKSWAGEN — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check
Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.
Vehicle details
- Make & model
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Year
- 2017
- Fuel
- PETROL
- Colour
- WHITE
- Engine
- 1395 cc
- Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Taxed
- MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Not valid
- MOT due
- was due 22 May 2026
- Last recorded mileage
- 0 mi
AI verdict CAUTION 67/100
AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.
This 2017 Volkswagen has 9 MOT tests on record with a 78% pass rate. The recent failure of this critical safety component, despite being rectified, indicates a potential underlying problem.
The vehicle shows consistent annual usage averaging 8,167 miles, with no suspicious drops or implausible spikes, indicating normal and honest mileage progression.
Things to check
- May 2025: Nearside Front Shock Absorber failed with serious fluid leak, a critical safety component.
- May 2025: Recurring Nearside Front Shock Absorber advisory from May 2021, escalating to failure.
- May 2021: Initial failure for Nearside Windscreen Wiper, then immediately rectified.
- May 2021: Initial failure for Nearside Headlamp, then immediately rectified.
Working in its favour
- Consistent annual mileage averaging 8,167 miles, well below UK average of 8,000.
- No major recurring failures on critical systems like brakes or steering.
- All past failures (wiper, headlamp) were immediately rectified and passed subsequent tests.
- Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) indicates a well-protected and safe vehicle.
Mileage history
MOT test history — 7/9 passed
| Date | Result | Mileage | Defects & advisories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2020 | PASS | — |
ADVISORY COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION
|
| May 2020 | PASS | 22,752 mi | None recorded |
| May 2021 | FAIL | 28,783 mi |
MAJOR Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii)) ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b)) ADVISORY both front tyres low 3mm ADVISORY undertray fitted
|
| May 2021 | PASS | 28,783 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b)) ADVISORY both front tyres low 3mm ADVISORY undertray fitted
|
| Apr 2022 | PASS | 37,031 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b)) ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
|
| May 2023 | PASS | 46,390 mi |
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
|
| May 2024 | PASS | 57,318 mi |
ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b)) ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/r, o/s/r. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
|
| May 2025 | FAIL | 68,333 mi |
MAJOR Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b)) ADVISORY Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b)) ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
|
| May 2025 | PASS | 68,337 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
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About this page
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