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DE63 ESF

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,466 mi
Last recorded94,466 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE63 ESF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 94,466 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 86,614 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2024 77,976 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2023 69,441 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil All shock absorbers have light misting of oil. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 54,927 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2021 44,610 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 39,626 miles

Both rear tyres saw tooth on inner edge

Damage to front of vehicle no sharp edges

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

front number plate damaged

Pass 31 May 2019 31,835 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 31,703 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 26,169 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 21,205 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 21,205 miles

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

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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DE63 ESF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 DE63 ESF, 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 DE63 ESF registered?

DE63 ESF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 October 2013.

Is DE63 ESF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE63 ESF 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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