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FE63 EFS

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

81,507 mi
Last recorded81,507 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE63 EFS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 81,507 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 77,981 miles

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

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached offside Rear Bumper slightly damaged. (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 63,922 miles

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

Offside Rear Bumper slightly damaged.

Pass 27 Oct 2022 57,884 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2021 52,683 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 47,854 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 37,203 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 30,445 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 24,945 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 24,945 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 20,176 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall scuffed

Pass 27 Jun 2016 18,903 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 18,903 miles

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

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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FE63 EFS is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,395cc petrol 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 FE63 EFS, 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 FE63 EFS registered?

FE63 EFS is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 September 2013.

Is FE63 EFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE63 EFS 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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