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AY63 PHN

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

150,459 mi
Last recorded150,459 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY63 PHN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 150,459 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2025 137,428 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 123,334 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2023 108,452 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2023 108,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 97,415 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2022 97,415 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 78,550 miles

DEEP CUT IN THE OUTER SIDE WALL OF THE N/S FRONT TYRE

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

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

TYRE WEAR IS UNEVEN FRONT AND REAR

UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

Pass 3 Jul 2020 57,844 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 56,262 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 Aug 2018 47,962 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 38,806 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 38,806 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 27,690 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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AY63 PHN is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AY63 PHN, 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 AY63 PHN registered?

AY63 PHN is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 September 2013.

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