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AE63 NLX

2013 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,067 mi
Last recorded108,067 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Passat90,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE63 NLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 108,067 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 94,440 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 81,327 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 67,040 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 50,164 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 47,564 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 45,212 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 39,028 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

front reg plate has a slight damage

Fail 20 Nov 2018 38,978 miles

Road wheel fixing missing nearside front wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

front reg plate has a slight damage

Pass 27 Oct 2017 32,708 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 32,708 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 25,527 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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AE63 NLX is a 2013 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 90,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE63 NLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 13 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AE63 NLX registered?

AE63 NLX is a 2013 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 September 2013.

Is AE63 NLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE63 NLX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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