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FT63 DVJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,709 mi
Last recorded93,709 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 93,709 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))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 86,384 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 78,451 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 72,877 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 67,568 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 58,773 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output WATER IN LAMP (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 22 Jan 2021 58,773 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output WATER IN LAMP (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 52,617 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 52,617 miles

Offside Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 48,964 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Jan 2018 45,291 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 38,933 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 DVJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DVJ, 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 DVJ registered?

FT63 DVJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 December 2013.

Is FT63 DVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT63 DVJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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