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AU52 YNU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,928 mi
Last recorded125,928 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU52 YNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2026 125,928 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle rusty parts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

covers on under body & parts

Pass 28 Jan 2025 118,827 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 110,270 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 98,341 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 89,482 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 75,662 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 67,881 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 57,686 miles

Nearside rear tyre deformed - replacement recommended

Pass 6 Dec 2017 48,369 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 38,172 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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AU52 YNU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AU52 YNU, 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 AU52 YNU?

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What year was AU52 YNU registered?

AU52 YNU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 November 2013.

Is AU52 YNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU52 YNU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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