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FT63 DVO

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,545 mi
Last recorded68,545 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 68,545 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 63,274 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Oct 2023 53,426 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Oct 2022 50,463 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 50,463 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2022 50,458 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 47,477 miles

Front Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 Sep 2021 47,477 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 43,274 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 36,186 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2019 36,186 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 33,807 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 32,254 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 1 Sep 2017 32,254 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s/f 17 inch (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s/f 26 inch (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 27,035 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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 DVO is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DVO, 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 DVO?

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What year was FT63 DVO registered?

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

Is FT63 DVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT63 DVO shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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