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DL13 NTC

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

148,664 mi
Last recorded148,664 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL13 NTC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 148,664 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 142,737 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 134,131 miles

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

Nearside Front fog light insecure

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 120,902 miles

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

TPMS light on dash

Pass 28 Oct 2021 107,424 miles

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

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

tyre pressure monitor light on - tyre pressure low

Fail 28 Oct 2021 107,424 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

tyre pressure monitor light on - tyre pressure low

Pass 21 Oct 2020 96,908 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2019 90,160 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 75,530 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 66,238 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 48,410 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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DL13 NTC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DL13 NTC, 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 DL13 NTC registered?

DL13 NTC is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 July 2013.

Is DL13 NTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL13 NTC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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