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BJ63 YRP

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

78,579 mi
Last recorded78,579 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ63 YRP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 78,579 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2025 78,442 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2024 67,653 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2023 53,671 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 52,266 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2021 49,680 miles

engine cover & under tray fitted

Fail 30 Nov 2021 49,520 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

engine cover & under tray fitted

tps light on

Pass 15 Dec 2020 47,361 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted

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

Fail 15 Dec 2020 47,361 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted

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

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 43,947 miles

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

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2018 37,784 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Fail 29 Nov 2018 37,784 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2016 29,844 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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BJ63 YRP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BJ63 YRP, 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 BJ63 YRP registered?

BJ63 YRP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 November 2013.

Is BJ63 YRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ63 YRP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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