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SN63 UPS

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourSilver
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 149,207 miles on the clock, averaging 9,379 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 SN63 UPS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
149,207
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2016
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
9,379

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading149,207 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,379
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SN63 UPS 59k82k104k127k149k '16'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,207 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,207 miles
Since last MOT+6,205 miles
PASS
Mileage143,002 miles
Since last MOT+25,441 miles
PASS
Mileage117,561 miles
Since last MOT+79 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,482 miles
Since last MOT+13,383 miles
PASS
Mileage104,099 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,067 miles
Since last MOT+14,419 miles
PASS
Mileage89,648 miles
Since last MOT+3,093 miles
PASS
Mileage86,555 miles
Since last MOT+5,089 miles
PASS
Mileage81,466 miles
Since last MOT+7,520 miles
PASS
Mileage73,946 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,946 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,929 miles
Since last MOT+6,954 miles
PASS
Mileage66,975 miles
Since last MOT+8,022 miles
PASS
Mileage58,953 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

RegistrationSN63 UPS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier63 — September 2013 to February 2014

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About SN63 UPS

What car is SN63 UPS?

SN63 UPS is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2013.

What is the mileage of SN63 UPS?

The last recorded mileage for SN63 UPS was 149,207 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN63 UPS passed its MOT?

SN63 UPS has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2026.

Is SN63 UPS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN63 UPS 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 SN63 UPS?

SN63 UPS is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 63 means registered between 1 September 2013 and 28 February 2014.