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DF13 YOR

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,199 mi
Last recorded43,199 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF13 YOR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 43,199 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres HEAVILY cracking!!!!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 16 Jul 2026 43,199 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both fronts (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres HEAVILY cracking!!!!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2025 37,082 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 31,818 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 26,274 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 20,776 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 14,601 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 12,913 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components. Covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.

Pass 24 Jun 2019 10,796 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components. Covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.

Pass 25 Jun 2018 8,295 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 6,854 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Jul 2016 4,595 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 YOR is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 YOR, 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 YOR registered?

DF13 YOR is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is DF13 YOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF13 YOR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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