2017 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Petrol · MM03 FUZ

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 24 May 2025 at 59,282 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded, indicating an improving maintenance trend following earlier issues. The preceding test in June 2024 also passed without advisories, suggesting consistent upkeep since late 2022. However, the November 2022 test revealed offside front brake pads wearing thin and both front and rear tyres approaching legal limits, highlighting a period of deferred attention to consumables. The intervening tests in 2020 and 2021 were uneventful, with the 2020 test benefiting from a six-month extension due to pandemic-related delays. Mileage progression aligns closely with expected usage for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,587 miles annually. The records show steady accumulation: from 19,695 miles in December 2020 to 34,397 miles by November 2022, followed by a notable increase to 41,823 miles in November 2023 and 45,909 miles in June 2024, culminating in the current 59,282 miles. The gap in testing between June 2020 and November 2021 reflects the extended validity period rather than missed inspections. No rapid spikes or irregular jumps in mileage are evident, suggesting the car has been regularly used without excessive strain. Prospective buyers should inspect the brake system thoroughly, particularly the condition of the pads and discs, as thin pads were flagged in 2022 despite recent clean tests. Tyre tread depth and sidewall integrity warrant close examination, given prior warnings about wear nearing legal limits. Suspension components, including bushings and springs, should be checked for signs of wear or damage, especially if the vehicle was driven aggressively during periods of higher mileage. Additionally, a visual assessment of the undercarriage for corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and sills, is advisable for a vehicle of this age. The exhaust system and emissions should also be verified, as no structural or emissions-related advisories have been recorded recently, but underlying issues may not always surface in MOT testing.