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FT63 DXM

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

107,122 mi
Last recorded107,122 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT63 DXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 107,122 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Jan 2026 107,122 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 92,493 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 75,774 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 75,772 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 68,797 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 59,343 miles

Front tyres wearing heavy on outer edges

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 50,674 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin STRONG ADVISED (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear wearing on inner and outer edges of tyre

Pass 9 May 2019 33,764 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt OFFSIDE REAR ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NEARSIDE REAR CRACKING AND PERISHING WITHIN TREAD PATTERN AND SIDEWALLS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 24,039 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 23,084 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 22,186 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 22,185 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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 DXM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DXM, 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 DXM registered?

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

Is FT63 DXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT63 DXM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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