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CU63 VAH

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

68,547 mi
Last recorded68,547 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU63 VAH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 68,547 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2025 65,366 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 60,411 miles

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 56,155 miles

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 50,769 miles

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 43,922 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 30 Jul 2020 38,565 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 34,699 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 28,489 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 21,203 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 16,130 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 16,130 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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 VAH is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CU63 VAH, 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 CU63 VAH registered?

CU63 VAH is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 September 2013.

Is CU63 VAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU63 VAH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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