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BF63 FCX

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

166,096 mi
Last recorded166,096 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF63 FCX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 166,096 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 152,571 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 134,892 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 133,966 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 107,026 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 80,642 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 58,035 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 42,011 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

emissions too clean to test

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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BF63 FCX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BF63 FCX, 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 BF63 FCX registered?

BF63 FCX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 September 2013.

Is BF63 FCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF63 FCX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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