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DG13 BKF

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

171,441 mi
Last recorded171,441 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG13 BKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 171,441 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2025 170,491 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 151,133 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 130,960 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2021 108,754 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 83,211 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 70,260 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 May 2018 70,260 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 50,121 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 27,621 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 27,621 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp daylight running lamp is RED (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp daylight running lamp is RED (1.1.A.3f)

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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DG13 BKF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 DG13 BKF, 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 DG13 BKF?

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What year was DG13 BKF registered?

DG13 BKF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 March 2013.

Is DG13 BKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG13 BKF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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