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AF63 WCA

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

242,638 mi
Last recorded242,638 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF63 WCA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 242,638 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2025 228,193 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear axle corroded

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 212,313 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 193,534 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

brake pad warning light on

tpms light on

Fail 17 Mar 2023 193,534 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

brake pad warning light on

tpms light on

Pass 14 Dec 2021 175,377 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 152,250 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 121,565 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

slight bulge on n/s/r inner tyre wall

Pass 5 Jun 2018 105,961 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 96,318 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 77,024 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Nov 2016 77,023 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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 WCA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AF63 WCA, 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 AF63 WCA registered?

AF63 WCA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 November 2013.

Is AF63 WCA safe to buy?

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