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DF62 UBP

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

104,416 mi
Last recorded104,416 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF62 UBP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 104,416 miles

Nearside Front wing mirror cracked

Pass 28 Feb 2025 100,842 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 98,159 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 94,571 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 89,016 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 81,965 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 74,453 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 31 Jan 2019 64,834 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 51,172 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 39,919 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 39,919 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 29,809 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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DF62 UBP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc 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 DF62 UBP, 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 DF62 UBP registered?

DF62 UBP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 February 2013.

Is DF62 UBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF62 UBP 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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