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CY13 DKL

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,999 mi
Last recorded97,999 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY13 DKL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Jan 2026 97,999 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 91,830 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 85,197 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 80,822 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 76,842 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 73,320 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 68,200 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 62,541 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 50,856 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 40,236 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

puncture repairs in both rear tyres

Pass 12 Jul 2016 30,113 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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CY13 DKL 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 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 CY13 DKL, 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.

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What year was CY13 DKL registered?

CY13 DKL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 July 2013.

Is CY13 DKL safe to buy?

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