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FD63 YBC

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

92,855 mi
Last recorded92,855 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD63 YBC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 92,855 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall cut but not to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play top ball joint boot slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slight bobbling (7.1.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s & o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 May 2025 81,457 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 73,592 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 65,704 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2022 57,741 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2021 48,404 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 24 Mar 2020 42,710 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 30,257 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 30,256 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both front tyres staring to wear on inner edge and perished

Pass 13 Aug 2018 14,856 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 3,908 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 3,214 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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FD63 YBC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red 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 FD63 YBC, 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 FD63 YBC registered?

FD63 YBC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 December 2013.

Is FD63 YBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD63 YBC 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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