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 130,849 miles on the clock, averaging 1,492 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 RE63 LCP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 130,849 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23 |
| Average per year | 1,492 |
| 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 | RE63 LCP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 63 — September 2013 to February 2014 |
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About RE63 LCP
What car is RE63 LCP?
RE63 LCP is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2013.
What is the mileage of RE63 LCP?
The last recorded mileage for RE63 LCP was 130,849 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE63 LCP passed its MOT?
RE63 LCP has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jun 2026.
Is RE63 LCP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE63 LCP 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 RE63 LCP?
RE63 LCP is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 63 means registered between 1 September 2013 and 28 February 2014.