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A13 DYB

2007 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

105,446 mi
Last recorded105,446 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Golf84,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 DYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 105,446 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 101,810 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 97,861 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 91,726 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 83,338 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 75,148 miles
Fail 14 May 2021 75,148 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2020 66,414 miles
Fail 14 May 2020 66,414 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2019 62,924 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 62,122 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 60,230 miles

o/s and n/s front wishbone rear bushes are worn

Fail 6 Oct 2017 60,229 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

o/s and n/s front wishbone rear bushes are worn

Pass 7 Oct 2016 55,165 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 55,165 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords o/s/r (4.1.D.1a)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s/f (4.1.E.1)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both fronts (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 51,273 miles

front discs scored

n/s/f tyre close legal limit

Pass 28 Jul 2014 46,705 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 43,335 miles

windscreen chipped in passengers swept area

Fail 1 Oct 2013 43,335 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

windscreen chipped in passengers swept area

Pass 9 Oct 2012 38,971 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 Oct 2012 38,695 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 33,834 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 30,269 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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A13 DYB is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 84,854 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A13 DYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A13 DYB?

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What year was A13 DYB registered?

A13 DYB is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 November 2007.

Is A13 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 DYB shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A13 DYB have outstanding finance?

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