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DG62 SMG

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,830 mi
Last recorded22,830 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG62 SMG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 22,830 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2025 20,277 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 19,829 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 18,286 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 17,811 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2022 17,013 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 16,536 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 16,102 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 15,033 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 13,448 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 13,433 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 11,724 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 10,243 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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DG62 SMG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DG62 SMG, 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.

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How do I check the history of DG62 SMG?

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What year was DG62 SMG registered?

DG62 SMG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 April 2013.

Is DG62 SMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG62 SMG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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