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DS62 DHC

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73,565 mi
Last recorded73,565 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS62 DHC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 73,565 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2025 64,915 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 56,597 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 45,378 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 35,115 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 24,445 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 19,333 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2020 19,333 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 18,601 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 17,595 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 15,621 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 15,020 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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DS62 DHC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 DS62 DHC, 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

How do I check the history of DS62 DHC?

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What year was DS62 DHC registered?

DS62 DHC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 January 2013.

Is DS62 DHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS62 DHC 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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