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BD13 VDJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,608 mi
Last recorded89,608 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD13 VDJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 89,608 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 86,794 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 83,530 miles

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 79,839 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view has a hairline and chip stone (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 76,628 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 28 Sep 2020 73,699 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

oil leak but not excessive

Pass 2 Oct 2019 69,301 miles

oil seepage, both front tyres close to limit

Pass 2 Oct 2018 64,380 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2018 64,354 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near sill marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 56,222 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 41,029 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 VDJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VDJ, 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 VDJ registered?

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

Is BD13 VDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD13 VDJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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