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DE13 UYF

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,232 mi
Last recorded105,232 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE13 UYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 105,232 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 79,017 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin recomend further inspection/replace (3.5.1g)

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle restricting view/inspection

Fail 25 Apr 2016 79,015 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' stone chip/crack (8.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin recomend further inspection/replace (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle restricting view/inspection

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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DE13 UYF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DE13 UYF, 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 DE13 UYF?

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What year was DE13 UYF registered?

DE13 UYF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 May 2013.

Is DE13 UYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE13 UYF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE13 UYF have outstanding finance?

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