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BT13 EFW

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

206,460 mi
Last recorded206,460 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT13 EFW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2026 206,460 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 204,602 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 199,868 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 187,572 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2021 179,885 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 170,994 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 150,316 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

engine cover fitted obscuring view

under tray fitted obscuring view

Pass 22 Jun 2018 127,701 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

engine cover fitted obscuring view

nearside front back brake plate slightly deteriorated

under tray fitted obscuring view

Pass 24 Jun 2017 103,068 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres slightly cracking In tread

engine cover fitted obscuring view

under tray fitted obscuring view

Pass 25 Jun 2016 75,338 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

both rear tyres slightly perishing in tread

under tray fitted obscuring view

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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BT13 EFW is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 BT13 EFW, 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.

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What year was BT13 EFW registered?

BT13 EFW is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 June 2013.

Is BT13 EFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT13 EFW shows 10 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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