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DG63 TZK

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

190,094 mi
Last recorded190,094 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG63 TZK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 190,094 miles

Handbrake button light not illuminating when handbrake is on

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 179,147 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 170,590 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Close to failing MOT standard (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Sep 2023 170,588 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Close to failing MOT standard (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 162,210 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2022 162,206 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 146,912 miles

Emissions to low to register

Top engine cover fitted ; Under trays fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2020 140,004 miles

Top engine cover fitted;Under trays fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2019 125,723 miles

Top engine cover fitted;Lower engine tray fitted;Emissions to low to register;Vehicle under tray fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2018 105,286 miles

N/S/F backing plate corroded;Top engine cover fitted;Lower engine tray fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2017 83,215 miles

Top engine cover fitted; Lower engine tray fitted

Fail 5 Sep 2017 83,215 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Top engine cover fitted; Lower engine tray fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2016 59,776 miles

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

Top engine cover fitted Lower engine tray fitted

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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DG63 TZK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DG63 TZK, 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 DG63 TZK registered?

DG63 TZK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 September 2013.

Is DG63 TZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG63 TZK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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