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Used 2017 Volkswagen Golf for sale
HL 1.6tdi M5F 110HP 5DR
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€13,995
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 5 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- You regularly make longer journeys: diesel may fit that pattern better than a routine of mostly short trips. Compare actual running costs.
- You often load a pushchair, dog or bulky bags: an estate layout could be useful. Try your own luggage rather than judging by the exterior size.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- Most journeys are short school runs or local trips: check whether this diesel has a particulate filter and what longer runs its handbook requires.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at 201,145 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
The 2017 Golf (Mk7.5 facelift) diesel engines are generally efficient and suits high-mileage drivers, but they’re sensitive to short, stop-start trips because of the DPF and EGR systems. Many later 2.0 TDI variants used Euro6 emissions hardware — some have AdBlue/SCR dosing, others rely on DPF/EGR; confirm which system is fitted and whether the AdBlue tank/dosing unit has been maintained. Being a manual, clutch wear is the main driveline service item to watch on a 9-year-old car.
- DPF condition and recent regeneration history (blockages are common if previously used only for short trips)
- EGR/intake carbon build-up and rough idling under load (typical on older TDIs)
- Clutch take-up and any slipping or judder; look for heavy wear if the car has urban use
- Turbocharger for shaft play, oil leaks or whistling and associated oil-feed leaks
- Timing-belt service history (confirm replacement interval was met) and look for oil leaks around cam/crank seals
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.6d manual Highline 5-door hatchback presented in Tunsten Silver Metallic with 18" alloy wheels, rear privacy glass and front fog lights. Powerfold exterior door mirrors and front and rear parking sensors with a rear view camera provide easy parking and manoeuvring. The interior features full ebony black leather upholstery with heated front seats, front and rear electric windows, a multifunction steering wheel with adaptive cruise control and Bluetooth phone connectivity, dual-zone climate control with air conditioning, a touchscreen infotainment system with satellite navigation, adjustable centre armrest and cupholders. Car comes with a full main dealer service history. For more information on this car or to organise a viewing please contact JP or Nigel.