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FT63 CXL

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

117,732 mi
Last recorded117,732 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT63 CXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 117,732 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 108,969 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 101,473 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 91,354 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 80,229 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 73,966 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 66,811 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 55,914 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 45,879 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 45,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 34,821 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 CXL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CXL, 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

How do I check the history of FT63 CXL?

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What year was FT63 CXL registered?

FT63 CXL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 December 2013.

Is FT63 CXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT63 CXL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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