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AF63 AFE

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

114,981 mi
Last recorded114,981 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF63 AFE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 114,981 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 99,568 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 88,401 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to minimum limit (205/55/16v) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked within tread (205/55/16v) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs corroded on braking faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 79,325 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 70,016 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 63,021 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 56,530 miles

Rear tyres cracking inbetween tread surface

Pass 8 Nov 2019 53,110 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2019 53,110 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 46,600 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view marked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 36,444 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 27,488 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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AF63 AFE is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF63 AFE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF63 AFE registered?

AF63 AFE is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is AF63 AFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF63 AFE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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