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DX13 WJU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,714 mi
Last recorded148,714 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX13 WJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 148,714 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2025 142,776 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 132,783 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Feb 2024 132,281 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 128,478 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 117,736 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 107,153 miles

heat shield loose rear but not a fire risk

Fail 25 Jan 2021 107,153 miles

Offside Front Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

heat shield loose rear but not a fire risk

Pass 14 Jul 2019 91,174 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 81,767 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 71,366 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 56,819 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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DX13 WJU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DX13 WJU, 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 DX13 WJU?

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What year was DX13 WJU registered?

DX13 WJU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 March 2013.

Is DX13 WJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX13 WJU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX13 WJU have outstanding finance?

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