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BJ13 PYA

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

84,041 mi
Last recorded84,041 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ13 PYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 84,041 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2025 83,772 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2025 83,766 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 73,795 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 Dec 2023 65,418 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 63,338 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 56,241 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 52,826 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 47,337 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 41,288 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 31,149 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 23,992 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of adult seat belts.

Pass 9 Feb 2017 22,283 miles

Under Trays & Engine Cover fitted Obscuring Some Components

Pass 14 Mar 2016 18,051 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 3 Mar 2016 18,051 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

OSF Wiper Blade Split

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

NSF Tyre Worn Close To Ply Cords Inner & Outer Cords Not Exposed

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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BJ13 PYA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BJ13 PYA, 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 BJ13 PYA registered?

BJ13 PYA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 April 2013.

Is BJ13 PYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ13 PYA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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