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CU13 ZWG

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

192,719 mi
Last recorded192,719 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU13 ZWG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 192,719 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 180,511 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

steering rack is noisy

Fail 6 Nov 2024 180,511 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside door mirror loose

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside door mirror broken

steering rack is noisy

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Nov 2023 163,399 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Nov 2022 145,503 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 145,503 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 127,093 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 108,611 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 98,223 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 91,072 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 80,701 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 63,403 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 47,434 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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CU13 ZWG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 CU13 ZWG, 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 CU13 ZWG registered?

CU13 ZWG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 March 2013.

Is CU13 ZWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU13 ZWG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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