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BX13 YHJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

168,066 mi
Last recorded168,066 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX13 YHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2023 168,066 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 121,195 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 116,343 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 104,526 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 80,831 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 71,637 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 57,672 miles

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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BX13 YHJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 BX13 YHJ, 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 BX13 YHJ registered?

BX13 YHJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 April 2013.

Is BX13 YHJ safe to buy?

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