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WU63 VLJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Bristol, West of England · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 115,120 miles on the clock, averaging 7,752 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for WU63 VLJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,120
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2016
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,752

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading115,120 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year7,752
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WU63 VLJ 45k63k80k98k115k '16'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,120 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,118 miles
Since last MOT+5,590 miles
PASS
Mileage109,528 miles
Since last MOT+5,572 miles
PASS
Mileage103,956 miles
Since last MOT+6,113 miles
PASS
Mileage97,843 miles
Since last MOT+7,528 miles
PASS
Mileage90,315 miles
Since last MOT+5,705 miles
PASS
Mileage84,610 miles
Since last MOT+5,635 miles
PASS
Mileage78,975 miles
Since last MOT+6,937 miles
PASS
Mileage72,038 miles
Since last MOT+8,521 miles
PASS
Mileage63,517 miles
Since last MOT+18,494 miles
PASS
Mileage45,023 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU63 VLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeWU — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier63 — September 2013 to February 2014

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About WU63 VLJ

What car is WU63 VLJ?

WU63 VLJ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2013.

What is the mileage of WU63 VLJ?

The last recorded mileage for WU63 VLJ was 115,120 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WU63 VLJ passed its MOT?

WU63 VLJ has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Sep 2025.

Is WU63 VLJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WU63 VLJ 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 WU63 VLJ?

WU63 VLJ is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 63 means registered between 1 September 2013 and 28 February 2014.