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A5 EBJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

83,797 mi
Last recorded83,797 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 EBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 83,797 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2026 83,797 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front wiper's (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 80,204 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 77,434 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 73,979 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 69,425 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 18 Mar 2021 63,378 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Mar 2021 63,378 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides - aero (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Mar 2020 59,070 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 17 Mar 2020 59,069 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides x2 (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Mar 2019 52,502 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 40,967 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 27,647 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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A5 EBJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 A5 EBJ, 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.

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What year was A5 EBJ registered?

A5 EBJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 November 2013.

Is A5 EBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 EBJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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