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BT13 PKC

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

55,537 mi
Last recorded55,537 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT13 PKC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 55,537 miles

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

covers fitted to parts of underside not allowing full inspection of some areas

Fail 8 Jun 2026 55,450 miles

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

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition damage more than 40mm in swept area (3.2 (c) (i))

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

covers fitted to parts of underside not allowing full inspection of some areas

Pass 19 Jun 2025 53,563 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

covers fitted to parts of underside not allowing full inspection of some areas

Pass 13 Jun 2024 50,493 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

covers fitted to parts of underside not allowing full inspection of some areas

Pass 26 May 2023 46,939 miles

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

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

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

covers fitted to parts of underside not allowing full inspection of some areas

Pass 9 Jun 2022 43,823 miles

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

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

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

covers fitted to parts of under side not allowing full inspection of some areas

Fail 7 Jun 2022 43,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

covers fitted to parts of under side not allowing full inspection of some areas

Pass 27 May 2021 38,078 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

covers fitted to parts of under side not allowing full inspection of some areas

Pass 17 Jun 2020 33,838 miles

covers fitted to parts of under side not allowing full inspection of some areas

Pass 17 Sep 2018 24,220 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all x 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 17,196 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 12,269 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring view of some components

Under tray fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 4 Jul 2016 12,269 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring view of some components

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under tray fitted obscuring view of some components

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 PKC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BT13 PKC, 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 BT13 PKC?

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What year was BT13 PKC registered?

BT13 PKC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 July 2013.

Is BT13 PKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT13 PKC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BT13 PKC have outstanding finance?

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