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DG13 XKU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

82,034 mi
Last recorded82,034 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG13 XKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 82,034 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2026 81,863 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 76,036 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner wheel rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 70,820 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2024 70,820 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 65,888 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 60,628 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2021 54,579 miles

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

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

Plastic engine covers fitted.

Plastic under trays fitted.

Pass 16 Apr 2020 50,398 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Plastic engine covers fitted .

Plastic under trays fitted.

Pass 18 Apr 2019 45,280 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under - trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2018 39,627 miles

under - tray fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2017 35,830 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 29,523 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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DG13 XKU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 DG13 XKU, 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 XKU?

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What year was DG13 XKU registered?

DG13 XKU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 March 2013.

Is DG13 XKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG13 XKU 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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