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DF13 XNH

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

109,740 mi
Last recorded109,740 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF13 XNH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 109,740 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 104,854 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2023 95,348 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 84,718 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 84,716 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 74,360 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres 3mm in centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted limiting inspection

Pass 24 Jul 2020 64,968 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2019 57,104 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2018 46,560 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 30,372 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 30,372 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 23,759 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 XNH is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XNH, 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 DF13 XNH registered?

DF13 XNH is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 August 2013.

Is DF13 XNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF13 XNH shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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