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BG63 EVC

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

96,608 mi
Last recorded96,608 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG63 EVC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 96,608 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2024 83,169 miles

Lower undertrays fitted blocking view of testable items

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

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

Fail 27 Dec 2024 83,169 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Lower undertrays fitted blocking view of testable items

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2024 72,876 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 5 Dec 2022 61,691 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 54,616 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 49,369 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 42,222 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 28 Dec 2018 33,175 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 13 Nov 2017 28,816 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 23,366 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)

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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BG63 EVC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver 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 BG63 EVC, 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

How do I check the history of BG63 EVC?

You can check the full history of BG63 EVC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BG63 EVC registered?

BG63 EVC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 December 2013.

Is BG63 EVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG63 EVC 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.

Does BG63 EVC have outstanding finance?

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