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DY63 NFU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,973 mi
Last recorded122,973 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY63 NFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 122,973 miles

Nearside Rear brake pads low

unable to fully inspect brake pipes, covers fitted

Fail 20 Aug 2026 122,944 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cuts inner side wall, also stone stuck in side wall where cut is (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear brake pads low

unable to fully inspect brake pipes, covers fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2025 118,214 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged both outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Aug 2024 112,946 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 104,451 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 94,574 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 83,581 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 75,093 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 68,352 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 60,756 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear registration lamps have been taped over but still illuminate

Pass 21 Aug 2017 52,561 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 31 Aug 2016 39,617 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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DY63 NFU 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 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 DY63 NFU, 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 DY63 NFU registered?

DY63 NFU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 September 2013.

Is DY63 NFU safe to buy?

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