2013 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · MW63 BYO

The most recent MOT was a pass on 2025-12-05, but it came just after a failed test on the same day at 237,687 miles — likely a same-day retest. The same shock absorber oil misting and minor oil leak were flagged both times, suggesting these are persistent, non-critical issues that haven’t worsened in the last year. The pattern shows recurring suspension and oil-related concerns, but no major safety defects like brake failure, steering faults, or structural damage. The 2023 failures were tyre-related — both rear tyres had serious wear or exposed ply — which were addressed before the 2024 pass. Since then, no tyre-related failures have appeared, which is a positive sign. The trend is stable, not worsening. There’s no evidence of new or escalating mechanical faults. The 2023-2024 MOTs show the car was maintained enough to pass after repairs, and the 2025 pass confirms it’s still roadworthy, albeit with minor, non-urgent issues. Mileage is high for age — 237,688 miles at 13 years old averages 18,284 miles per year. That’s heavy use, likely meaning more wear on brakes, suspension, drivetrain, and engine seals.