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BD13 VDF

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,374 mi
Last recorded129,374 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD13 VDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 129,374 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2025 124,176 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly feathered on inner edge

Pass 10 May 2024 119,026 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm * 225/45/17 94W XL (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre feathered slightly on inside edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm * 225/45/17 94W XL (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 111,670 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 105,353 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2021 100,652 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 89,109 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2018 79,464 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

ignition switch fault

Pass 22 Jun 2017 72,729 miles

Emissions reading too low to register with testing equipment

Pass 21 Jun 2016 58,867 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 VDF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VDF, 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 VDF registered?

BD13 VDF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 June 2013.

Is BD13 VDF safe to buy?

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