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DF13 BJX

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

81,123 mi
Last recorded81,123 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF13 BJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 81,123 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 76,154 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 70,159 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023 70,155 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 67,826 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 67,826 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 27 Nov 2021 62,503 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 58,127 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 51,256 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 51,256 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 45,772 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 38,238 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 27,835 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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DF13 BJX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 DF13 BJX, 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 DF13 BJX?

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What year was DF13 BJX registered?

DF13 BJX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 June 2013.

Is DF13 BJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF13 BJX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF13 BJX have outstanding finance?

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