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CE13 UCB

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

179,105 mi
Last recorded179,105 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE13 UCB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 179,105 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 171,673 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 170,739 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 165,840 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 144,974 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 133,666 miles

Electronic parking brake tested using manual mode in brake tester as EPB Test Mode unavailble

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2020 133,666 miles

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated IN TEST MODE (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 120,845 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 104,437 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 83,204 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 62,393 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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CE13 UCB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CE13 UCB, 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 CE13 UCB registered?

CE13 UCB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 April 2013.

Is CE13 UCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE13 UCB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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