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AO13 XTG

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

12,789 mi
Last recorded12,789 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO13 XTG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 12,789 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 12,033 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 11,323 miles

TPMS light on indicating low pressure

Pass 14 Jun 2022 10,635 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 10,054 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 28 Jul 2021 10,054 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 9,390 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 7,926 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 6,229 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 5,228 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 4,410 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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AO13 XTG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,395cc 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 AO13 XTG, 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 AO13 XTG?

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What year was AO13 XTG registered?

AO13 XTG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 June 2013.

Is AO13 XTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO13 XTG 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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