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AP13 HLA

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

87,568 mi
Last recorded87,568 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP13 HLA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 87,568 miles

Headlamp lense needs cleaning

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 79,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 70,213 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Crack around outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 63,642 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 55,672 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 49,213 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 9 Jul 2021 49,213 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords VERY CLOSE TO CORDS (5.2.3 (d) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2020 43,569 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 36,818 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 May 2018 31,363 miles

Nearside Rear Deep cuts to tread , Not showing cord..

Pass 19 May 2017 27,596 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 24,078 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge / middle tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low inner edge/ middle tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 May 2016 24,078 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge / middle tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low inner edge/ middle tread (4.1.E.1)

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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AP13 HLA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AP13 HLA, 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 AP13 HLA?

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What year was AP13 HLA registered?

AP13 HLA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 August 2013.

Is AP13 HLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP13 HLA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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