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DA63 ERK

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

87,075 mi
Last recorded87,075 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA63 ERK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 87,075 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 78,995 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 75,676 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 68,886 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 60,226 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 60,186 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 58,703 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 54,442 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 47,419 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 37,712 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 26,343 miles

engine cover fitted under trays fitted

Fail 2 Feb 2017 26,342 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge close to cords

engine cover fitted under trays fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2016 14,300 miles

Emissions not Detected

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 ERK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 DA63 ERK, 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 DA63 ERK?

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What year was DA63 ERK registered?

DA63 ERK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 October 2013.

Is DA63 ERK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA63 ERK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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