Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 148,035 miles on the clock, averaging 10,835 miles per year, above 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 XDR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,035 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,007 |
| Average per year | 10,835 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 XDR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 XDR
What car is AE63 XDR?
AE63 XDR is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2013.
What is the mileage of AE63 XDR?
The last recorded mileage for AE63 XDR was 148,035 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE63 XDR passed its MOT?
AE63 XDR has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Aug 2025.
Is AE63 XDR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE63 XDR 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 XDR?
AE63 XDR is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 63 means registered between 1 September 2013 and 28 February 2014.