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EA63 OGU

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 65,644 miles on the clock, averaging 4,643 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 EA63 OGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
65,644
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2016
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
4,643

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading65,644 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,705
Average per year4,643
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA63 OGU 24k34k45k55k66k '16'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage65,644 miles
Since last MOT+4,705 miles
PASS
Mileage60,939 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,936 miles
Since last MOT+4,812 miles
PASS
Mileage56,124 miles
Since last MOT+3,856 miles
PASS
Mileage52,268 miles
Since last MOT+2,879 miles
PASS
Mileage49,389 miles
Since last MOT+2,340 miles
PASS
Mileage47,049 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,049 miles
Since last MOT+3,462 miles
PASS
Mileage43,587 miles
Since last MOT+6,761 miles
PASS
Mileage36,826 miles
Since last MOT+4,907 miles
PASS
Mileage31,919 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,919 miles
Since last MOT+7,932 miles
PASS
Mileage23,987 miles

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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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA63 OGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier63 — September 2013 to February 2014

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About EA63 OGU

What car is EA63 OGU?

EA63 OGU is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2013.

What is the mileage of EA63 OGU?

The last recorded mileage for EA63 OGU was 65,644 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA63 OGU passed its MOT?

EA63 OGU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2025.

Is EA63 OGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA63 OGU 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 EA63 OGU?

EA63 OGU is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 63 means registered between 1 September 2013 and 28 February 2014.