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DE63 UTU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

113,946 mi
Last recorded113,946 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE63 UTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 113,946 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 May 2025 100,880 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 94,282 miles

Coil spring corroded OSF, NSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake efficiency just met

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 82,378 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 63,990 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 56,552 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 49,858 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 49,856 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 45,545 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 39,295 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 31,280 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 27,875 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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DE63 UTU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,984cc petrol 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 UTU, 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 UTU registered?

DE63 UTU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 October 2013.

Is DE63 UTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE63 UTU 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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