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CV13 LGD

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

105,928 mi
Last recorded105,928 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV13 LGD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 105,928 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2025 93,583 miles

Emissions to clean to obtain a reading

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2025 93,573 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Emissions to clean to obtain a reading

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Unable to test wheel bearing, tyre, roadwheel

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 86,840 miles

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

Offside Front tyre worn on both edges

both front brake discs slightly rusty

coolant level at minimum mark

Pass 21 Jan 2023 80,865 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 69,293 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 49,491 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 42,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 41,143 miles

vehicle fitted with under trays , wheel arch liners , body sill covers and engine cover obscuring view to components

Pass 23 Mar 2018 35,258 miles

vehicle fitted with under trays . body sill covers and engine covers obstructing view of vehicle and engine components

Pass 11 Apr 2017 28,243 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 19,119 miles

vehicle fitted with protective under trays

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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CV13 LGD is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 CV13 LGD, 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 CV13 LGD registered?

CV13 LGD is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 April 2013.

Is CV13 LGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV13 LGD 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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