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EJ13 HNK

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,513 mi
Last recorded114,513 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ13 HNK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 114,513 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

offside mirror casing damaged

some corrosion on rear brake discs

Fail 26 Jan 2026 114,513 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

offside mirror casing damaged

some corrosion on rear brake discs

Pass 30 Dec 2024 106,454 miles

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Fail 30 Dec 2024 106,454 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords nearside front outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure offside rear inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2024 98,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and slight damage inner side wall. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle.

Fail 26 Jan 2024 98,059 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and slight damage inner side wall. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle.

Pass 26 Jan 2023 86,347 miles

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2022 72,127 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the front axel.

Fail 19 Jan 2022 72,127 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 58,552 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2021 58,552 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 51,256 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 41,146 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 35,270 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 27,746 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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EJ13 HNK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 EJ13 HNK, 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.

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EJ13 HNK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 May 2013.

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