2017 Volkswagen Cc — MOT failures & pass rate
1,393 MOT tests on the 2017 Volkswagen Cc are in this dataset, and 86.9% of them passed. That is 1.5 percentage points worse than executive cars of a similar age, which fail at 11.6%. Failures cluster in tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 6.5% of all tests — 3.2 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are pins and bushes, tread depth and headlamp aim — pins and bushes alone was recorded 45 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 7.6% in the 0-30k band and 18.2% in the 150k+ band, a 10.5-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 24.2% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 8.5% of tests failed in 2021 against 17.7% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.5% | 91 |
| 2 | Suspension | 3.4% | 47 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.9% | 40 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.3% | 32 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.9% | 26 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.4% | 20 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pins and bushes | 45 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 40 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 24 |
| 4 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 19 |
| 5 | Washers | 16 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 15 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 24.2% | 337 |
| 2 | Brakes | 19.0% | 265 |
| 3 | Suspension | 15.7% | 218 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.5% | 91 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.9% | 26 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 1.4% | 20 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 196 | 7.6% |
| 30-60k | 575 | 12.3% |
| 60-90k | 393 | 14.2% |
| 90-120k | 143 | 18.2% |
| 120-150k | 53 | 17.0% |
| 150k+ | 33 | 18.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 271 | 8.5% |
| 2022 | 281 | 11.4% |
| 2023 | 281 | 13.2% |
| 2024 | 278 | 14.8% |
| 2025 | 282 | 17.7% |
What to check before buying a 2017 Cc
On a 2017 Cc, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 6.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (6.5% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (3.4% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (2.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2017 Volkswagen Ccs pass their MOT?
86.9% of the 1,393 2017 Volkswagen Cc MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 13.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2017 Volkswagen Cc?
Tyres, recorded in 6.5% of tests, followed by suspension (3.4%).
Does the 2017 Cc get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.6% in the 0-30k band to 18.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,393 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.