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AK13 RXH

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,992 mi
Last recorded40,992 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK13 RXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 40,992 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 39,014 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 37,040 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 35,272 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 33,484 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 32,594 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 29,809 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 29,809 miles

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 27,144 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 22,023 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 17,346 miles

nearside front tyre worn bald on inner and outer edges of tread

offside front tyre worn bald on inner edge of tread

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 RXH is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RXH, 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

How do I check the history of AK13 RXH?

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What year was AK13 RXH registered?

AK13 RXH is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 June 2013.

Is AK13 RXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK13 RXH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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