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BG63 EXR

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,959 mi
Last recorded120,959 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2021
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG63 EXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2021 120,959 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 101,321 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2019 84,836 miles

Nearside Front tyre age cracked

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 64,273 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre outer sidewall perished 195/65 R15 91H

Offside Rear Tyre outer sidewall perished 195/65 R15 91H

Fail 25 Oct 2018 64,272 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre outer sidewall perished 195/65 R15 91H

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Leaking but not yet excessive & has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre outer sidewall perished 195/65 R15 91H

Pass 3 Oct 2017 46,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 30,553 miles

Nearside 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 EXR is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BG63 EXR, 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 BG63 EXR registered?

BG63 EXR is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 October 2013.

Is BG63 EXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG63 EXR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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