Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1395cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 90,781 miles on the clock, averaging 6,753 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for SA63 RDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 90,781 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,753 |
| 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SA63 RDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 63 — September 2013 to February 2014 |
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About SA63 RDU
What car is SA63 RDU?
SA63 RDU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2013.
What is the mileage of SA63 RDU?
The last recorded mileage for SA63 RDU was 90,781 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA63 RDU passed its MOT?
SA63 RDU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2026.
Is SA63 RDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA63 RDU 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 SA63 RDU?
SA63 RDU is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 63 means registered between 1 September 2013 and 28 February 2014.