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D26 DRG

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,437 mi
Last recorded25,437 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD26 DRG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 25,437 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 24,814 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 24,691 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 24,161 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 23,728 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 23,503 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 22,511 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 19,628 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 19,628 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 16,618 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 12,909 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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D26 DRG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 D26 DRG, 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 D26 DRG?

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What year was D26 DRG registered?

D26 DRG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 October 2013.

Is D26 DRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D26 DRG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D26 DRG have outstanding finance?

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