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BD13 KWM

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,724 mi
Last recorded116,724 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD13 KWM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 116,724 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres near legal limit and worn on inside edges of tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 100,628 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 83,441 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in outside side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2024 83,434 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in outside side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread down to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 68,847 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 61,787 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2022 61,787 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 57,443 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 49,615 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 48,060 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 43,818 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 31,232 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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BD13 KWM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BD13 KWM, 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.

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What year was BD13 KWM registered?

BD13 KWM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 July 2013.

Is BD13 KWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD13 KWM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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