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A21 TKA

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,774 mi
Last recorded71,774 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 TKA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 71,774 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 57,849 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 44,348 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 43,187 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 40,624 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 37,813 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 37,813 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 33,181 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 28,379 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 17,059 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 8,611 miles

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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A21 TKA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 64,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A21 TKA, 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 13 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A21 TKA registered?

A21 TKA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is A21 TKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 TKA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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