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AV13 EJF

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,828 mi
Last recorded129,828 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2023
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV13 EJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2023 129,828 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2023 129,815 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill at front holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 114,766 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2055516 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2021 101,898 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2020 95,851 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2019 88,212 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 80,406 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 72,076 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 64,696 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Mar 2016 64,696 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre bald on inner edge (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 EJF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AV13 EJF, 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 EJF registered?

AV13 EJF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 April 2013.

Is AV13 EJF safe to buy?

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