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BN13 OXG

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,941 mi
Last recorded87,941 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN13 OXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 87,941 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 83,635 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2024 78,809 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 78,805 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 74,062 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 72,957 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 72,957 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 70,969 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 68,571 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 58,982 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing out of shape on inside edges

Pass 8 May 2018 47,216 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 34,152 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 19,117 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 19,117 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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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BN13 OXG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc 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 BN13 OXG, 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

How do I check the history of BN13 OXG?

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What year was BN13 OXG registered?

BN13 OXG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 April 2013.

Is BN13 OXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN13 OXG 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.

Does BN13 OXG have outstanding finance?

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