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FT63 DZM

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,498 mi
Last recorded96,498 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT63 DZM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 96,498 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Dec 2025 96,498 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 87,750 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 80,428 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 74,644 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 74,644 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 69,418 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 66,881 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 58,397 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 49,079 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 29,801 miles

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

vehicle engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 22 Nov 2016 29,799 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

vehicle engine covers and under trays fitted

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 DZM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DZM, 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 DZM registered?

FT63 DZM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 December 2013.

Is FT63 DZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT63 DZM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FT63 DZM have outstanding finance?

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