2017 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Petrol · NL17 ACO

This Volkswagen Golf presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 4 August 2025 at 24,088 miles passed without a single defect or advisory. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to May 2022, suggesting a vehicle that has been kept in good mechanical order. The mileage is exceptionally low for a nine year old vehicle, averaging roughly 2,676 miles per year. The distance covered between the June 2023 test at 15,047 miles and the August 2025 test at 24,088 miles shows a slight increase in usage compared to earlier years, but the overall accumulation remains minimal. A failure recorded on 29 June 2023 was resolved the following day, though the record lists no specific defects for that failure, which is atypical but does not indicate a long term mechanical trend. Low mileage vehicles often suffer from deterioration caused by inactivity rather than wear. A buyer should specifically inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting and check for binding calipers, as brakes can seize when a car sits for long periods. The tyres should be checked for flat spots or age related cracking, regardless of the remaining tread depth. The absence of any recorded advisories regarding suspension bushes, coil springs, or structural corrosion is a positive indicator. However, given the low annual mileage, verifying the condition of the battery and ensuring the engine oil has been changed according to time intervals rather than just mileage is recommended to confirm the previous owner followed a proper service regime.