2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.5L Petrol · AF67 EBZ

The 2017 Volkswagen Golf presents a clean roadworthiness status. The most recent test on 24 June 2025 at 42,044 miles passed with no defects recorded, and the maintenance trend is stable across all five available MOT entries. Every annual examination from 2021 through 2025 returned a pass with no advisories, indicating the vehicle has not shown worsening mechanical or structural condition under official testing. Mileage sits low for a nine-year-old car. The record shows 17,322 miles at the 20 July 2021 test, rising to 21,142 by 29 June 2022, 27,623 by 6 July 2023, 34,530 by 10 July 2024, and 42,044 by June 2025. That equates to roughly 4,600 to 7,500 miles added each year, with no gaps or sudden accumulation. The consistent low annual use suggests light private ownership rather than fleet or high-load duty, though prolonged standing between short trips can age tyres, seals, and brake components without triggering MOT faults. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the age. No tester flagged corrosion, binding calipers, or exhaust emissions issues, yet nine years of service can hide minor wear invisible on a pass certificate. Check underneath for structural rust and confirm the condition of consumables such as tyres and wiper blades before purchase. The absence of recorded advisories implies previous owners addressed upkeep promptly or the car saw gentle use. Given the clean history, the Golf ranks as a low-risk used purchase, but physical verification of underbody integrity remains sensible on any vehicle of this age.