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DL13 PVK

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

79,954 mi
Last recorded79,954 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL13 PVK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 79,954 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside low effort imbalance 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2025 72,511 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 2 x front discs some corrosion inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2025 72,511 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn to cords inside edge 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 2 x front discs some corrosion inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 64,988 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 58,689 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 54,005 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 49,550 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 46,602 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 42,611 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 40,652 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 35,559 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 29,629 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 PVK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 PVK, 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 PVK registered?

DL13 PVK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 June 2013.

Is DL13 PVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL13 PVK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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