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AV13 UVH

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

133,471 mi
Last recorded133,471 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV13 UVH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 133,471 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing. (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 133,471 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill excessively corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing. (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 122,092 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 122,035 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 112,616 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn/cracking inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 99,596 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 89,814 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 80,809 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 74,950 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 66,792 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 66,792 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions fitted wrong way (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 57,131 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 47,754 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 37,568 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (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 UVH is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White 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 AV13 UVH, 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 UVH registered?

AV13 UVH is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 July 2013.

Is AV13 UVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV13 UVH 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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