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AK13 XLG

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,934 mi
Last recorded65,934 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK13 XLG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 65,934 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 54,279 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

bottom under-trays fitted.

top engine covers fitted.

Fail 21 Jun 2017 54,279 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

bottom under-trays fitted.

top engine covers fitted.

Pass 8 Jun 2016 39,689 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 XLG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AK13 XLG, 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 XLG registered?

AK13 XLG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 June 2013.

Is AK13 XLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK13 XLG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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