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EK63 PZP

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

135,725 mi
Last recorded135,725 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK63 PZP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 135,725 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 127,455 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 115,938 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 105,081 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 84,966 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 77,589 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 77,589 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 7 Dec 2019 69,582 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2019 69,581 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/r17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also tread wearing excessively on inner edge(tracking needs checking) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 63,908 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2018 63,908 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/zr17 tread wearing on inner edge(tracking needs checking) (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2017 56,988 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

front tyres wearing inner shoulders

rear tyres out of shape

Pass 11 Nov 2016 49,856 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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EK63 PZP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EK63 PZP, 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 EK63 PZP registered?

EK63 PZP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 November 2013.

Is EK63 PZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK63 PZP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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