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BJ13 ZXA

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

39,497 mi
Last recorded39,497 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ13 ZXA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 39,497 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 39,497 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 lump on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2025 37,947 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 36,756 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 34,547 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 33,002 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 33,002 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jun 2021 31,187 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn close to limit 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn close to limit 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 27,649 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 25,243 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 23,108 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 20,729 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 20,728 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 31 May 2016 18,588 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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BJ13 ZXA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZXA, 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.

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What year was BJ13 ZXA registered?

BJ13 ZXA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 June 2013.

Is BJ13 ZXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ13 ZXA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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