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EA13 SXH

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

64,253 mi
Last recorded64,253 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA13 SXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 64,253 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front shocks misting oil slightly (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 55,778 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All round (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 47,326 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 43,702 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 43,393 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 43,393 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Dec 2020 41,517 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 38,081 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 28,278 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 16,853 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 9,624 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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EA13 SXH 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 90.9%.

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 EA13 SXH, 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 EA13 SXH registered?

EA13 SXH is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 June 2013.

Is EA13 SXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA13 SXH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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