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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 88,249 miles on the clock, averaging 6,580 miles per year, 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 PK63 OWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,249 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,580 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | PK63 OWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 63 — September 2013 to February 2014 |
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About PK63 OWU
What car is PK63 OWU?
PK63 OWU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2013.
What is the mileage of PK63 OWU?
The last recorded mileage for PK63 OWU was 88,249 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK63 OWU passed its MOT?
PK63 OWU has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2024.
Is PK63 OWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK63 OWU 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 PK63 OWU?
PK63 OWU is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 63 means registered between 1 September 2013 and 28 February 2014.