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D17 MBP

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

130,723 mi
Last recorded130,723 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD17 MBP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 130,723 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2025 122,807 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 107,614 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 91,420 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 91,420 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 87,272 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 81,742 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 77,505 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 71,654 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 63,367 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 54,277 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 41,416 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Bumper insecure

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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D17 MBP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black 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 D17 MBP, 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 D17 MBP registered?

D17 MBP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 August 2013.

Is D17 MBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D17 MBP 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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