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AE63 VTA

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

173,995 mi
Last recorded173,995 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE63 VTA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 173,995 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 132,081 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2021 132,081 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 116,954 miles

All four tyres just legal.

Both rear shock absorbers starting to leak.

Just acceptable damage to O/S rear tyre tread.

Just acceptable damage/deterioration to front number plate.

Light stone chips across windscreen.

Low emitter - no emission paperwork.

Under vehicle covered.

Pass 20 Sep 2019 100,581 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S/F & O/S/F (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F & O/S/F (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 80,227 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 72,067 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a cut in the outer side wall

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 1 Sep 2017 72,067 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front tyre has a cut in the outer side wall

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2016 58,372 miles

advise engine very noisey in genral

Fail 8 Sep 2016 58,372 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

advise engine very noisey in genral

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 VTA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VTA, 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 VTA registered?

AE63 VTA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 September 2013.

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