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DG02 BAR

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,822 mi
Last recorded102,822 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG02 BAR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 102,822 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 98,728 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 2 Jul 2025 98,724 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside reverse light inoperative

Pass 25 Jun 2024 94,330 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2023 89,677 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 82,029 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 75,152 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 69,428 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 62,472 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 55,118 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 55,118 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 42,403 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2017 42,403 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 32,339 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Jun 2016 32,339 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively torn (8.2.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

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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DG02 BAR is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DG02 BAR, 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 DG02 BAR registered?

DG02 BAR is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 July 2013.

Is DG02 BAR safe to buy?

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