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BG13 ZVZ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

162,039 mi
Last recorded162,039 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG13 ZVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 162,039 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside front (rear most) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2026 162,039 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside front (rear most) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 142,363 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts and n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2024 122,658 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both offside and nearside front rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2023 104,457 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 86,089 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 69,653 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective both offside and nearside front (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2020 66,698 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 60,291 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 51,801 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 41,596 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 30,577 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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BG13 ZVZ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc 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 ZVZ, 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 ZVZ registered?

BG13 ZVZ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is BG13 ZVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG13 ZVZ 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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