2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · GD17 HMX

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a stable and clean maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 22 December 2025 at 53,203 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories. This follows a three-year streak of clean passes since 2022, indicating that the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that avoids the recurring mechanical or structural failures often seen in older models. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,911 miles per annum. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 3,700 miles covered between the November 2024 and December 2025 tests, and another 3,800 miles between late 2023 and 2024. This low usage suggests minimal wear on drivetrain components and suspension bushings, though it also implies the vehicle may have sat for extended periods between services. While the MOT history is remarkably clear, a buyer should still inspect for issues associated with low-mileage use. Short-distance driving can lead to flat spotting on tyres, seized brake calipers, and accelerated degradation of rubber components like suspension mounts. The single failure recorded on 21 November 2022 at 42,839 miles was immediately rectified to achieve a pass that same day, but the lack of specific defect details for that failure means a physical check of the underbody and braking system remains prudent to ensure no hidden corrosion remains.