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CU63 CFA

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

103,704 mi
Last recorded103,704 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU63 CFA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 103,704 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2025 103,704 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2025 94,975 miles

Nearside Rear BRAKE DISCS AND BRAKE PADS SHOW SIGNS OF BEING OVERHEATED

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 86,188 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 77,956 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 77,956 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 69,969 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 62,929 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 54,241 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 45,004 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 34,896 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 25,201 miles

Front plastic under guards fitted restricting component checks also under sides of car

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Sep 2016 25,175 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cord is visible (4.1.E.1)

Front plastic under guards fitted restricting component checks also under sides of car

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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CU63 CFA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 CU63 CFA, 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 CU63 CFA?

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What year was CU63 CFA registered?

CU63 CFA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 September 2013.

Is CU63 CFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU63 CFA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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