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AM08 DSM

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,373 mi
Last recorded96,373 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 DSM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 96,373 miles

battery warning lamp illuminated

Fail 3 Jun 2026 96,176 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre cut cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall separated internal cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

battery warning lamp illuminated

Pass 1 Jul 2025 88,521 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 87,182 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 84,332 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 84,332 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2021 80,841 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 76,953 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 71,898 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre tread

Pass 10 Sep 2018 54,623 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 40,824 miles

Nearside Rear tyre low inner edge

Offside Rear tyre low inner edge

Pass 19 Sep 2016 30,114 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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AM08 DSM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AM08 DSM, 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 AM08 DSM registered?

AM08 DSM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 September 2013.

Is AM08 DSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 DSM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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