Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1395cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 42,587 miles on the clock, averaging 9,872 miles per year, above 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 SL63 XWC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 42,587 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,262 |
| Average per year | 9,872 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | SL63 XWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 63 — September 2013 to February 2014 |
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About SL63 XWC
What car is SL63 XWC?
SL63 XWC is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2013.
What is the mileage of SL63 XWC?
The last recorded mileage for SL63 XWC was 42,587 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL63 XWC passed its MOT?
SL63 XWC has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Nov 2020.
Is SL63 XWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL63 XWC 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 SL63 XWC?
SL63 XWC is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 63 means registered between 1 September 2013 and 28 February 2014.