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AX62 DYC

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

96,681 mi
Last recorded96,681 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX62 DYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 96,681 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHED 2020 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHED TREADS 2022 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 91,643 miles

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

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

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

UNDER TRAYS OBSCURING ITEMS

Pass 29 Jan 2024 84,858 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2023 78,897 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 70,765 miles

Front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 14 Jan 2021 64,488 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 60,508 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in between tread on both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 53,596 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 44,828 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 34,517 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 27,044 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 27,044 miles

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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AX62 DYC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,395cc petrol 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 AX62 DYC, 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 AX62 DYC registered?

AX62 DYC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 February 2013.

Is AX62 DYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX62 DYC 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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