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AE63 UFL

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

109,062 mi
Last recorded109,062 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE63 UFL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 109,062 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 103,800 miles

Rear subframe corroded

Rear suspension arms corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2024 95,736 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 86,781 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear subframe and suspension arms corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2022 76,682 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2022 76,658 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure clamp broken/corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 67,328 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Aug 2021 67,328 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Aug 2020 57,645 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Aug 2020 57,645 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 51,351 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 42,941 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 34,983 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 26,165 miles

under tray fitted engine cover fitted

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 UFL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 UFL, 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 UFL registered?

AE63 UFL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 September 2013.

Is AE63 UFL safe to buy?

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