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AK13 HJC

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,621 mi
Last recorded43,621 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK13 HJC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 43,621 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 35,502 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 30,580 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 30,333 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 29,912 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Jun 2022 29,912 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 26,894 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 23,582 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 21,181 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 18,111 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 15,365 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 12,194 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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AK13 HJC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue 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 AK13 HJC, 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 AK13 HJC registered?

AK13 HJC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 June 2013.

Is AK13 HJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK13 HJC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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