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2017 Volkswagen Jetta 1.4L Petrol · SL05 ACV

SL05 ACV

2017 Volkswagen Jetta (1.4L, petrol). First registered 28 Jun 2017. Recorded mileage 64,997 miles. MOT expired on 12 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
Year / Origin
2017 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 12 Sept 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
64,997 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 12 Sept 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2017
Engine
1395cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean bill of health in its most recent inspection. The test on 9 September 2025 at 64,997 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes over the last three years, suggesting the car is currently maintained to a high mechanical standard. The mileage is typical for a nine year old vehicle, averaging roughly 7,222 miles per year. The accumulation has remained steady, growing from 53,799 miles on 30 August 2023 to 64,997 miles by September 2025. There are no erratic jumps in mileage or long periods of inactivity that would suggest neglect or unusual usage patterns. The MOT history is unusually sparse regarding technical faults. While the vehicle failed its tests on 30 August 2023 and 9 September 2024, the records show no specific defects listed for those failures. This often indicates administrative errors or very minor issues resolved instantly on-site. The absence of recurring advisories for suspension bushes, brake disc corrosion, or tyre wear suggests a diligent approach to preventative maintenance. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas the MOT tester may have overlooked or that do not trigger a failure. Check for oil leaks around the engine bay and inspect the condition of the interior trim. Since the record shows no structural or mechanical red flags, the primary goal is to verify that the lack of recorded defects reflects the actual physical condition of the chassis and drivetrain.

SL05 ACV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/09/2025
  • 64,997 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
53
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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SL05 ACV Mileage History

  1. 30/08/202353,793 mi
  2. 30/08/202353,799 mi+6 mi
  3. 09/09/202459,740 mi+5,941 mi
  4. 09/09/202459,749 mi+9 mi
  5. 09/09/202564,997 mi+5,248 mi

Average of roughly 5,522 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SL05 ACV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Sept 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Volkswagen Jetta (SL05 ACV) between August 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 09 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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