BT17 CYA

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

May 2020: 22,752 mi PASSMay 2021: 28,783 mi FAILMay 2021: 28,783 mi PASSApr 2022: 37,031 mi PASSMay 2023: 46,390 mi PASSMay 2024: 57,318 mi PASSMay 2025: 68,333 mi FAILMay 2025: 68,337 mi PASS68k46k23kMay 2020May 2025

MOT test history — 7/9 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & 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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