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BP13 UME

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

130,974 mi
Last recorded130,974 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP13 UME
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 130,974 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panels (ON MOT LIMITS) (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2025 126,613 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 122,001 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jul 2023 118,225 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 113,542 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 101,704 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 101,704 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working Stop and tail (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 96,257 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 87,893 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

emissions too clean to record a result

under trays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 3 Jan 2019 72,987 miles

both front tyres 3mm and wearing on inner edges

emissions to clean to record a result

Pass 9 Jan 2018 57,910 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing inner edges 225/45/17W

emissions too clean to record a result.

under trays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 6 Feb 2017 48,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 37,201 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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BP13 UME is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BP13 UME, 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 BP13 UME registered?

BP13 UME is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 May 2013.

Is BP13 UME safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP13 UME shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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