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FT63 CWL

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,456 mi
Last recorded124,456 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2025 124,456 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 107,614 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 98,009 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 85,354 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 72,251 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 38,645 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 36,668 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 35,926 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 33,881 miles

undertray present

Pass 14 Nov 2016 31,792 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 CWL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,197cc petrol 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 FT63 CWL, 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 CWL registered?

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

Is FT63 CWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT63 CWL shows 10 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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