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SM63 FBB

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 145,717 miles on the clock, averaging 11,091 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for SM63 FBB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
145,717
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2017
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
11,091

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading145,717 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,091
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SM63 FBB 41k67k93k119k146k '17'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage145,717 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage145,717 miles
Since last MOT+9,691 miles
PASS
Mileage136,026 miles
Since last MOT+10,173 miles
PASS
Mileage125,853 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,853 miles
Since last MOT+13,557 miles
PASS
Mileage112,296 miles
Since last MOT+22,137 miles
PASS
Mileage90,159 miles
Since last MOT+15,417 miles
PASS
Mileage74,742 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,742 miles
Since last MOT+16,144 miles
PASS
Mileage58,598 miles
Since last MOT+4,628 miles
PASS
Mileage53,970 miles
Since last MOT+6,757 miles
PASS
Mileage47,213 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,213 miles
Since last MOT+6,377 miles
PASS
Mileage40,836 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,836 miles

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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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM63 FBB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier63 — September 2013 to February 2014

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About SM63 FBB

What car is SM63 FBB?

SM63 FBB is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2013.

What is the mileage of SM63 FBB?

The last recorded mileage for SM63 FBB was 145,717 miles, recorded on 19 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM63 FBB passed its MOT?

SM63 FBB has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Jun 2026.

Is SM63 FBB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM63 FBB 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 SM63 FBB?

SM63 FBB is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 63 means registered between 1 September 2013 and 28 February 2014.