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BN63 ZVG

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

46,732 mi
Last recorded46,732 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN63 ZVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 46,732 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 38,206 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 31,446 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 28,568 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 27,815 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 25,266 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 21,963 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 19,862 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 16,867 miles

under shields fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2018 13,196 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 13,194 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively N/S & O/S (3.4 (b) (ii))

Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Jun 2017 9,952 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 6,330 miles

engine under tray fitted

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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BN63 ZVG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BN63 ZVG, 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 BN63 ZVG?

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What year was BN63 ZVG registered?

BN63 ZVG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 September 2013.

Is BN63 ZVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN63 ZVG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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