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DA63 XBU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

96,604 mi
Last recorded96,604 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA63 XBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 96,604 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 90,480 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 83,920 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2024 83,920 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 75,614 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 75,609 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 62,723 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2022 62,497 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 50,711 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 47,233 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2019 46,095 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 40,480 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 38,625 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 38,625 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 28,978 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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DA63 XBU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 XBU, 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 XBU registered?

DA63 XBU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 November 2013.

Is DA63 XBU safe to buy?

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