Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 67,439 miles on the clock, averaging 4,324 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for AE63 SMV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 67,439 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,742 |
| Average per year | 4,324 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)
Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).
Window regulators (driver's door mainly)
Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).
Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)
Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).
ABS sensor/module faults
Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AE63 SMV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 63 — September 2013 to February 2014 |
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About AE63 SMV
What car is AE63 SMV?
AE63 SMV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2013.
What is the mileage of AE63 SMV?
The last recorded mileage for AE63 SMV was 67,439 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE63 SMV passed its MOT?
AE63 SMV has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Oct 2025.
Is AE63 SMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE63 SMV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2013, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AE63 SMV?
AE63 SMV is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 63 means registered between 1 September 2013 and 28 February 2014.