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DE63 HPU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,623 mi
Last recorded114,623 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE63 HPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2025 114,623 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 111,373 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 108,133 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 104,211 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 98,537 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 94,965 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 92,862 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 85,646 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 75,601 miles

low emissions vehicle - emissions not tested - no output

Pass 21 Sep 2016 54,630 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 HPU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HPU, 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 DE63 HPU?

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What year was DE63 HPU registered?

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

Is DE63 HPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE63 HPU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE63 HPU have outstanding finance?

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