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BN13 RUC

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,162 mi
Last recorded83,162 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN13 RUC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2025 83,162 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 80,353 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 77,013 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN EDGES

Pass 3 Dec 2022 73,024 miles

FRONT TYRES WORN INNER EDGE

Pass 4 Dec 2021 68,980 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 66,204 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 55,561 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN LOW INNER EDGE

Pass 16 Jun 2018 45,293 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 34,587 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 24,234 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 23,249 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

collection of light scratches to windscreen.

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 RUC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BN13 RUC, 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 RUC?

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What year was BN13 RUC registered?

BN13 RUC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 May 2013.

Is BN13 RUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN13 RUC shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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