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BT13 PKD

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

117,777 mi
Last recorded117,777 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT13 PKD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 117,777 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 106,744 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 98,401 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 87,390 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Feb 2023 87,390 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 76,370 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both cracking bad (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 66,485 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 54,137 miles

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Jul 2018 43,829 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 34,101 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 23,615 miles

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring 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 PKD is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 PKD, 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 PKD registered?

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

Is BT13 PKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT13 PKD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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