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FT63 BXD

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,335 mi
Last recorded28,335 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT63 BXD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 28,335 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2025 28,332 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Reversing lamp switch does not operate automatically when reverse gear is selected (4.6.3 (a))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2024 27,667 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 27,142 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2023 27,139 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 25,919 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 25,137 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 24,236 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 24,236 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 22,946 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 22,002 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 22,002 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 21,060 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 19,735 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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FT63 BXD is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FT63 BXD, 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 FT63 BXD registered?

FT63 BXD is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 December 2013.

Is FT63 BXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT63 BXD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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