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BG13 OZD

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,493 mi
Last recorded117,493 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG13 OZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 117,493 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 107,941 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2024 95,655 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 85,113 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 74,050 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 65,222 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 56,774 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 48,739 miles

Both rear tyres are perished and nearside rear is 3mm legal limit is 1.6mm [205/55/16]

Pass 6 Aug 2018 43,659 miles

Nearside Front cv boot leaking slightly

Rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 20 Jul 2017 39,382 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 39,381 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick bothside (3.5.1g)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 31,669 miles

Coolant level low

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Undertrays installed preventing full inspection of underside components

Vehicle too efficient for diesel meter reading

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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BG13 OZD is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BG13 OZD, 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 BG13 OZD registered?

BG13 OZD is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 August 2013.

Is BG13 OZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG13 OZD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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