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AE63 MBF

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

71,893 mi
Last recorded71,893 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE63 MBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 71,893 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dot code 0318 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dot code 3117 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Aug 2026 71,893 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dot code 0318 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dot code 3117 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 68,117 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 63,932 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 60,110 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 60,109 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

tyre pressure warning light on..

Pass 25 Aug 2022 56,156 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 51,662 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 51,662 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2020 46,979 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 44,148 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 40,237 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 35,285 miles

Rear Inner Tyres wearing

Pass 25 Aug 2016 27,900 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AE63 MBF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 64,746 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE63 MBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 13 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AE63 MBF registered?

AE63 MBF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2013.

Is AE63 MBF safe to buy?

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