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 Petrol 1197cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 62,026 miles on the clock, averaging 3,309 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for FT63 BWV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,026 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,245 |
| Average per year | 3,309 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | FT63 BWV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 63 — September 2013 to February 2014 |
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About FT63 BWV
What car is FT63 BWV?
FT63 BWV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2013.
What is the mileage of FT63 BWV?
The last recorded mileage for FT63 BWV was 62,026 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT63 BWV passed its MOT?
FT63 BWV has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2026.
Is FT63 BWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT63 BWV is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is FT63 BWV?
FT63 BWV is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 63 means registered between 1 September 2013 and 28 February 2014.