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AJ13 PYP

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,135 mi
Last recorded105,135 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ13 PYP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 105,135 miles

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

undertray fitted thus allowing inspection on components

Fail 29 Aug 2026 105,135 miles

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

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

undertray fitted thus allowing inspection on components

Pass 1 Sep 2025 92,690 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 75,003 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 73,659 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2022 66,345 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 61,586 miles

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

brake fluid low

brake pads wear light stays on

Fail 9 Mar 2021 61,559 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

brake fluid low

brake pads wear light stays on

Pass 27 Feb 2020 59,009 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2020 59,009 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 56,106 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 50,983 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

tpms light on

Pass 22 Feb 2017 48,729 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Feb 2017 48,729 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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AJ13 PYP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AJ13 PYP, 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 AJ13 PYP registered?

AJ13 PYP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 July 2013.

Is AJ13 PYP safe to buy?

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