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AO63 PGV

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

153,606 mi
Last recorded153,606 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO63 PGV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 153,606 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn unevenly on inner edge

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

Offside Rear tyre worn unevenly on inner edge

Pass 3 Dec 2024 142,298 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 132,763 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 123,386 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 100,220 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 90,311 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 82,155 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 73,796 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 57,555 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Nov 2016 46,488 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 46,488 miles

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

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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AO63 PGV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AO63 PGV, 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 AO63 PGV registered?

AO63 PGV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 November 2013.

Is AO63 PGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO63 PGV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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