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DL62 GVG

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,475 mi
Last recorded94,475 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL62 GVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 94,475 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 89,626 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 82,377 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 75,888 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 69,611 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 63,186 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 58,821 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 52,353 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 52,353 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 43,808 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 35,333 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 27,157 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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DL62 GVG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver 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 DL62 GVG, 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 DL62 GVG registered?

DL62 GVG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 February 2013.

Is DL62 GVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL62 GVG 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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