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AU13 XCZ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

122,876 mi
Last recorded122,876 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU13 XCZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 122,876 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 109,876 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 99,801 miles

Both rear tyres worn on outer edges

Fail 11 Apr 2024 99,796 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Both rear tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 20 Apr 2023 87,476 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 75,181 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 66,310 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 64,903 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 52,971 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2018 43,435 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 43,435 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 4 May 2017 35,049 miles

Offside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output condensation (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 23 May 2016 27,625 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 27,625 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Nearside wiper blade rubber split

not able to check inside boot as cycle rack fitted

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 XCZ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 AU13 XCZ, 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 AU13 XCZ?

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What year was AU13 XCZ registered?

AU13 XCZ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 May 2013.

Is AU13 XCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU13 XCZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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