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BJ13 VZT

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,818 mi
Last recorded98,818 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ13 VZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 98,818 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2026 98,818 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 84,601 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 70,967 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 66,305 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread no plate small crack (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 May 2022 60,805 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2021 54,511 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 May 2020 51,647 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread perishing and small cuts in looks like it might have been run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread is perishing and small cuts in (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2019 45,330 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 38,427 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has been run flat at some point (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 May 2017 31,966 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 May 2016 24,757 miles

Lower engine cover slightly damaged

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 VZT is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol 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 BJ13 VZT, 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 VZT registered?

BJ13 VZT is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is BJ13 VZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ13 VZT 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.

Does BJ13 VZT have outstanding finance?

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