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DN13 LPA

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

47,121 mi
Last recorded47,121 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN13 LPA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 47,121 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 3mm centre and inner edge also wearing inner and outer edges (205 55 16) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking along inner tread line (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges (205/55 16) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking along inner tread line (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 28 Jul 2026 47,104 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 3mm centre and inner edge also wearing inner and outer edges (205 55 16) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking along inner tread line (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges (205/55 16) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking along inner tread line (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2025 37,237 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 37,237 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 49,191 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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DN13 LPA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DN13 LPA, 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 DN13 LPA registered?

DN13 LPA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 August 2013.

Is DN13 LPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN13 LPA shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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