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BU63 UDJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

30,252 mi
Last recorded30,252 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU63 UDJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 30,252 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2025 27,543 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 27,543 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 26,586 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2023 25,208 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 23,853 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 22,038 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 22,035 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2020 19,051 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 17,844 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 15,859 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 13,618 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 11,436 miles

vehicle engine covers and under trays 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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BU63 UDJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BU63 UDJ, 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 BU63 UDJ registered?

BU63 UDJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 September 2013.

Is BU63 UDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU63 UDJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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