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AF04 MLK

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

123,560 mi
Last recorded123,560 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 MLK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 123,560 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 118,663 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front drop linkage fixing damaged suggest replacement asap

Fail 20 Jan 2025 118,663 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulbs fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front drop linkage fixing damaged suggest replacement asap

Pass 5 Jan 2024 113,187 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2022 105,228 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 95,774 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 88,968 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 84,788 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 78,691 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 12 Jun 2018 67,900 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 54,595 miles

Front tyres worn down on inner edge

Pass 11 Jun 2016 39,909 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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AF04 MLK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AF04 MLK, 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 AF04 MLK registered?

AF04 MLK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 June 2013.

Is AF04 MLK safe to buy?

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