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DL13 PUO

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

170,043 mi
Last recorded170,043 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL13 PUO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 170,043 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2026 170,043 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2025 156,721 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 149,576 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both slight leak (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both slightly hazy. (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 149,576 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both slight leak (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both slightly hazy. (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 134,791 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 124,152 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 124,151 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 113,219 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 109,520 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2020 109,520 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 104,127 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 97,424 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 86,813 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 65,953 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 PUO is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc 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 DL13 PUO, 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 PUO registered?

DL13 PUO is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 July 2013.

Is DL13 PUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL13 PUO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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