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FT63 DWP

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

163,232 mi
Last recorded163,232 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT63 DWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 163,232 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 149,939 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 149,704 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 137,234 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2022 123,402 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

plastic covers in the engine bay and vehicle underside

Pass 17 Dec 2021 109,189 miles

plastic covers in the engine bay and vehicle underside

Pass 10 Dec 2020 96,386 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect damp with oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect damp with oil (5.3.2 (b))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2019 83,206 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

plastic covers in the engine bay and vehicle underside

Pass 6 Dec 2018 69,677 miles

195/65H15

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

plastic covers in the engine bay and vehicle underside

Pass 7 Dec 2017 57,773 miles

plastic covers in the engine bay and vehicle underside

Pass 4 Dec 2016 44,923 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 DWP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel 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 DWP, 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 DWP?

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What year was FT63 DWP registered?

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

Is FT63 DWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT63 DWP 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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