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C13 MES

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,578 mi
Last recorded106,578 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC13 MES
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 2 Dec 2025 106,578 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 99,544 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front shock absorber dust cover is insecure

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion on rear suspension components

engine undertray fitted (restricting viewing of components)

front and rear inner arch liners fitted (restricting viewing of components)

no diesel smoke content registered on diesel smoke meter for emissions test due to manufacturers engine soft limiter fitted

underfloor panels fitted (restricting viewing of components)

Pass 17 Jan 2024 91,649 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 89,822 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 76,921 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edge /small cut (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 60,027 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 47,346 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 46,102 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 40,318 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 35,311 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 28,961 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 24,850 miles

both front tyres on wear markers

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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C13 MES is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 C13 MES, 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 C13 MES registered?

C13 MES is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 October 2013.

Is C13 MES safe to buy?

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