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DF13 HZC

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

168,876 mi
Last recorded168,876 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF13 HZC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 168,876 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 157,848 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tryes showing 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin and binding (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Aug 2023 148,595 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 133,608 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tryes inner edges worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 122,583 miles

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2021 116,689 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 116,662 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill damaged - hole in sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 103,011 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 83,547 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 76,965 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 58,815 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2016 38,188 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 38,184 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (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 HZC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HZC, 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 HZC?

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What year was DF13 HZC registered?

DF13 HZC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 July 2013.

Is DF13 HZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF13 HZC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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