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DF13 DKV

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,140 mi
Last recorded71,140 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF13 DKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 71,140 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Nov 2022 62,116 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 28 Nov 2022 62,116 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

nsr tyre scrubbed on outer edge.

Pass 30 Nov 2021 51,504 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 45,085 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 35,539 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 27,538 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 22,786 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 17,016 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 DKV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DF13 DKV, 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 DF13 DKV registered?

DF13 DKV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 July 2013.

Is DF13 DKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF13 DKV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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