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DE63 FNF

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

45,772 mi
Last recorded45,772 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE63 FNF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 45,772 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 44,165 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2025 44,165 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jul 2024 42,239 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2023 40,810 miles

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

both front tyres wearing bold inner edges

Pass 28 Jun 2022 39,490 miles

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

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 20 May 2021 37,625 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2020 35,499 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 35,499 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 33,649 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 33,649 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 27,651 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 23,280 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner shoulder

Pass 22 Sep 2016 19,875 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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 FNF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DE63 FNF, 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 FNF registered?

DE63 FNF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 September 2013.

Is DE63 FNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE63 FNF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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