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FJ63 ZWL

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,947 mi
Last recorded135,947 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ63 ZWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2025 135,947 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 129,875 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2023 121,706 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 113,468 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 103,955 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 93,534 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 85,190 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 73,547 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 58,153 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 49,923 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perishing (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perishing (4.1.E.1)

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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FJ63 ZWL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FJ63 ZWL, 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 FJ63 ZWL registered?

FJ63 ZWL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 September 2013.

Is FJ63 ZWL safe to buy?

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