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BT13 PKV

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,578 mi
Last recorded93,578 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 93,578 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 78,832 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 65,650 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 52,250 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre is worn on its inner edge

Pass 24 Aug 2021 42,078 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 34,753 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine covers fitted obscuring some under bonnet components

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2019 25,941 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 23,525 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 21,417 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 18,999 miles

n/s & o/s rear tyres feathered on inner edges

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 PKV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver 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 PKV, 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 BT13 PKV registered?

BT13 PKV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 August 2013.

Is BT13 PKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT13 PKV 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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