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BM03 DOB

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

131,008 mi
Last recorded131,008 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM03 DOB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 131,008 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2026 74,766 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/45/20 perishing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 70,175 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/45/20 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 66,522 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/45/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 115,203 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 60,796 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 108,012 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 56,253 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 104,735 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 52,771 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 102,024 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2019 46,551 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 33,376 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 31,091 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 100,472 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 25,550 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 92,692 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 20,823 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 85,047 miles

bonnet catch fractured

front foglight inop

Pass 5 Mar 2014 79,311 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 5 Mar 2014 79,311 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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BM03 DOB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 BM03 DOB, 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 BM03 DOB registered?

BM03 DOB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 March 2013.

Is BM03 DOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM03 DOB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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