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BU13 PVY

2013 Volkswagen Shuttle

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

165,726 mi
Last recorded165,726 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Shuttle97,706 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU13 PVY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelShuttle
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 165,726 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 May 2025 165,726 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 155,570 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2023 143,987 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 143,987 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 131,267 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 117,697 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 102,202 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2018 83,009 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 65,045 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 39,875 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 25,184 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 13,921 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 23 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Shuttle?

Based on 3,083 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,081
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
position lamp(s) not working 24
Stop lamp not working 21
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BU13 PVY is a 2013 Volkswagen Shuttle in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Shuttle models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 97,706 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Shuttle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU13 PVY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Shuttle typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this Volkswagen Shuttle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU13 PVY registered?

BU13 PVY is a 2013 Volkswagen Shuttle, first registered on 1 May 2013.

Is BU13 PVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU13 PVY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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