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BU63 UFB

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

195,444 mi
Last recorded195,444 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU63 UFB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 195,444 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 183,236 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 183,236 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 163,935 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 147,544 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 135,344 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2021 135,344 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 121,764 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 109,374 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 97,402 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 83,260 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 68,653 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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BU63 UFB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BU63 UFB, 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 BU63 UFB?

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What year was BU63 UFB registered?

BU63 UFB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2013.

Is BU63 UFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU63 UFB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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