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 101,772 miles on the clock, averaging 8,415 miles per year, around 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 SM63 DHY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 101,772 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 8,415 |
| 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 | SM63 DHY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 63 — September 2013 to February 2014 |
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About SM63 DHY
What car is SM63 DHY?
SM63 DHY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2013.
What is the mileage of SM63 DHY?
The last recorded mileage for SM63 DHY was 101,772 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM63 DHY passed its MOT?
SM63 DHY has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2026.
Is SM63 DHY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM63 DHY 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 SM63 DHY?
SM63 DHY is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 63 means registered between 1 September 2013 and 28 February 2014.