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CL13 VEB

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

95,049 mi
Last recorded95,049 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCL13 VEB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 95,049 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 91,208 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 86,441 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 80,807 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 80,795 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Almost metal to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2022 74,815 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 69,701 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 64,805 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 50,967 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 45,058 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 40,853 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 32,898 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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CL13 VEB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CL13 VEB, 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

How do I check the history of CL13 VEB?

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What year was CL13 VEB registered?

CL13 VEB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 April 2013.

Is CL13 VEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CL13 VEB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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