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AD13 CAL

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 2298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

66,485 mi
Last recorded66,485 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD13 CAL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 66,485 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front brake discs on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive from turbo area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2025 56,768 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 85,324 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 48,402 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2024 48,402 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 70,483 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 40,403 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 56,927 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2023 56,926 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

air filter missing

Pass 29 Aug 2022 32,729 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 33,325 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing feathered on inner edge and slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 28,125 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 20,340 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 24,560 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 16,836 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 16,836 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 13,981 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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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AD13 CAL is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,298cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 44,034 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 AD13 CAL, 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 9 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 AD13 CAL registered?

AD13 CAL is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 March 2017.

Is AD13 CAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD13 CAL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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