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AF13 UOM

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

70,552 mi
Last recorded70,552 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF13 UOM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 70,552 miles

Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side and slight cracks (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 64,867 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2024 58,294 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2023 53,483 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 47,824 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side soon (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 7 Jun 2022 47,824 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side soon (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 37,729 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 33,870 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 25,145 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 17,904 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 17,441 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 14,056 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 10,349 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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AF13 UOM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AF13 UOM, 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 AF13 UOM registered?

AF13 UOM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 May 2013.

Is AF13 UOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF13 UOM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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