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AV13 APF

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

156,213 mi
Last recorded156,213 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV13 APF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 156,213 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 148,035 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 139,853 miles

Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner severely would advise investigation (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 127,017 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45R17 91W (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge, Tyre tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 113,946 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 102,922 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 102,494 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 99,408 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 94,916 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 94,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 78,663 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 60,690 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front low and worn on inner edges (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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AV13 APF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AV13 APF, 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

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What year was AV13 APF registered?

AV13 APF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 April 2013.

Is AV13 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV13 APF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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