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DS13 VFU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,629 mi
Last recorded72,629 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS13 VFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2026 72,629 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 68,969 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 64,042 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 58,012 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 52,726 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 49,212 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 47,054 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 41,653 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2018 35,012 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 28,329 miles

EMISSIONS TOO CLEAN TO TEST

Pass 29 Apr 2016 22,357 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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DS13 VFU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 DS13 VFU, 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

How do I check the history of DS13 VFU?

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What year was DS13 VFU registered?

DS13 VFU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 June 2013.

Is DS13 VFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS13 VFU shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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