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DV63 YZJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,702 mi
Last recorded99,702 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV63 YZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 99,702 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 89,757 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 82,181 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 Nov 2023 82,181 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 66,748 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 58,005 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2021 58,005 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 52,956 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 46,300 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 35,877 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 25,999 miles

Nearside Front Outer sidewall slight damage

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 15,356 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre side wall cut but not deep enough to reach cords

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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DV63 YZJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 DV63 YZJ, 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 DV63 YZJ registered?

DV63 YZJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 December 2013.

Is DV63 YZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV63 YZJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DV63 YZJ have outstanding finance?

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