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BD13 OJM

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

38,490 mi
Last recorded38,490 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD13 OJM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 38,490 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 35,453 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 33,581 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 30,904 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 28,157 miles

Rear Brake disc are corroded on edges

Rear Wiper blade split

Pass 6 Jul 2021 24,858 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2021 24,858 miles

Brake performance not tested Unable to complete brake test on RBT due to parking brake fault (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side "Electric parking brake fault" message on dashboard when testing parking brake on RBT, NSR parking brake not being applied (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side "Electric parking brake fault" message on dashboard when testing parking brake on RBT, OSR parking brake not being applied (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 21,846 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 21,846 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 17,704 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2018 14,202 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 11,601 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 8,869 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 OJM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 BD13 OJM, 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 BD13 OJM registered?

BD13 OJM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 June 2013.

Is BD13 OJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD13 OJM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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