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BK13 XNU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,088 mi
Last recorded94,088 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK13 XNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 94,088 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 91,068 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 91,068 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 86,673 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 83,163 miles

covers fitted to parts of underside not allowing full inspection of some areas

Pass 25 Apr 2022 75,222 miles

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

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

covers fitted to parts of under side not allowing full inspection of some areas

Fail 25 Apr 2022 75,222 miles

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

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

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

covers fitted to parts of under side not allowing full inspection of some areas

Pass 19 Apr 2021 69,155 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

covers fitted to parts of under side not allowing full inspection of some areas

Pass 21 Apr 2020 65,011 miles

covers fitted to parts of under side not allowing full inspection of some areas

Pass 16 Apr 2019 57,213 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2018 49,724 miles

Nearside Rear tyre starting to perish

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre starting to perish

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Apr 2017 40,160 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 30,426 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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BK13 XNU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 BK13 XNU, 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 BK13 XNU registered?

BK13 XNU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 May 2013.

Is BK13 XNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK13 XNU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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