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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 83,815 miles on the clock, averaging 7,759 miles per year, around 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 GF63 VAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 83,815 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,515 |
| Average per year | 7,759 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | GF63 VAE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 63 — September 2013 to February 2014 |
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About GF63 VAE
What car is GF63 VAE?
GF63 VAE is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2013.
What is the mileage of GF63 VAE?
The last recorded mileage for GF63 VAE was 83,815 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF63 VAE passed its MOT?
GF63 VAE has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Aug 2026.
Is GF63 VAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF63 VAE 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 GF63 VAE?
GF63 VAE is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 63 means registered between 1 September 2013 and 28 February 2014.