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C10 RTU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

32,385 mi
Last recorded32,385 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC10 RTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 32,385 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2025 30,441 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2025 30,441 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 29,873 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 28,208 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Feb 2022 27,079 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 23,695 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2021 23,692 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 21,584 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 18,993 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 16,951 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 14,760 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 12,424 miles

Light scratches on front screen due to wiper blade damage not effecting drivers view

Fail 13 Feb 2016 12,424 miles

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)

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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C10 RTU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 C10 RTU, 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 C10 RTU registered?

C10 RTU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is C10 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C10 RTU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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