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DL13 PKV

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,185 mi
Last recorded103,185 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL13 PKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2025 103,185 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit, worn inner edge and cracking. (205/55R16) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on outer sidewall (205/55R16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit, worn inner edge and cracking. (205/55R16) (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 Cracking on outer sidewall (205/55R16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 94,396 miles

Centre Sleeve Too Big Exhaust Loose

General Corrosion To Front & Rear Suspension Components

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner Edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Inner Edge 205/55/16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively N/S & O/S (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S & O/S Heavily Perished & Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S & O/S Worn Inner Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights Aim Too Low ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Two Stone Chips Centre Of The Screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 87,151 miles

Central exhaust sleeve corroded

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output water ingress (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 78,410 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S Approx 80% N/S Lowest (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S & O/S Perished & Cracking Across Tread & Both Sidewalls 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 70,462 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pads 50% (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Arm Rear Bush Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Inner Edge & Close In Centre 205/55/16 94W (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking In Tread & Slightly Out Of Shape Inner Edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 62,914 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55R16 91H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 47,742 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (REAR BUSH) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 37,224 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 29,390 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 18,085 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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DL13 PKV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PKV, 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 DL13 PKV registered?

DL13 PKV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 June 2013.

Is DL13 PKV safe to buy?

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