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FT63 CVJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,225 mi
Last recorded78,225 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT63 CVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2026 78,225 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 62,513 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 53,819 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts and nearside rear tyres wearing on shoulders slightly... (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 49,031 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 43,676 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 37,812 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 32,092 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 30,786 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

TPMS indicates low pressure in offside rear tyre

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2018 25,185 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front tyres getting low on tread

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 CVJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FT63 CVJ, 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 FT63 CVJ registered?

FT63 CVJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 December 2013.

Is FT63 CVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT63 CVJ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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