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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 129,920 miles on the clock, averaging 6,706 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 PO63 RDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,920 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,706 |
| 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 | PO63 RDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PO — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 63 — September 2013 to February 2014 |
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About PO63 RDU
What car is PO63 RDU?
PO63 RDU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2013.
What is the mileage of PO63 RDU?
The last recorded mileage for PO63 RDU was 129,920 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO63 RDU passed its MOT?
PO63 RDU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2026.
Is PO63 RDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO63 RDU 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 PO63 RDU?
PO63 RDU is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 63 means registered between 1 September 2013 and 28 February 2014.