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DY63 ZSL

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

147,406 mi
Last recorded147,406 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY63 ZSL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 147,406 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2025 127,644 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 111,520 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2023 105,945 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 95,442 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2021 83,552 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 71,836 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 55,074 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 39,258 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 22,168 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 22,168 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 8,656 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 4 Aug 2016 8,656 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine cover fitted

under trays 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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DY63 ZSL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ZSL, 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.

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What year was DY63 ZSL registered?

DY63 ZSL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is DY63 ZSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY63 ZSL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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