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DA13 VCU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,856 mi
Last recorded71,856 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA13 VCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 71,856 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 63,751 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2025 63,751 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2024 57,105 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 57,095 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 52,624 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 46,370 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 40,734 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 36,159 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 36,158 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2019 33,314 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 31,329 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted at the time of test

rear tyres are getting low on tread

Pass 8 Jan 2018 26,366 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 18,986 miles

engine covers and under trays were fitted at the time of test

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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DA13 VCU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DA13 VCU, 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 DA13 VCU registered?

DA13 VCU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is DA13 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA13 VCU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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