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BG63 VNL

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,719 mi
Last recorded84,719 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG63 VNL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 84,719 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2025 84,719 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 79,526 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 71,072 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 65,884 miles

front arm bushes worn

rear tyres low

Pass 20 Dec 2021 58,281 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroded at the bottom (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rear tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 53,323 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres on 3mm and going bald on inner edge + rear tyres on 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 50,003 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 45,379 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 40,830 miles

front and rear discs lipped

Pass 21 Dec 2016 35,832 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 VNL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey 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 VNL, 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 BG63 VNL registered?

BG63 VNL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 November 2013.

Is BG63 VNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG63 VNL 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.

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