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DA63 EAJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,177 mi
Last recorded142,177 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA63 EAJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 142,177 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 137,040 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 127,059 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2023 127,059 miles

Front Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 115,390 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 104,378 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 95,948 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 88,822 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2019 88,820 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 81,218 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 74,736 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 64,575 miles

Front tyres worn to 2.8ml

Rear tyres worn down on inside edge and cracking and distorting

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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DA63 EAJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White 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 DA63 EAJ, 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 DA63 EAJ registered?

DA63 EAJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 November 2013.

Is DA63 EAJ safe to buy?

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