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AU13 MWA

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

103,214 mi
Last recorded103,214 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU13 MWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 103,214 miles

Rear springs corroded

Fail 23 Jul 2026 103,214 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords and wires exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake as got very hot and cooked brake pads

Rear springs corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2025 88,442 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 85,107 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 76,582 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Mar 2023 67,263 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also out of shape and low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 60,431 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 52,308 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 44,864 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 37,861 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 30,495 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 24,921 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 19,180 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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AU13 MWA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 AU13 MWA, 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.

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What year was AU13 MWA registered?

AU13 MWA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is AU13 MWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU13 MWA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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