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EL09 ANN

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,608 mi
Last recorded71,608 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEL09 ANN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 71,608 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 66,018 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 66,018 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 58,642 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 53,185 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 50,632 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2021 47,803 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 45,676 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 39,008 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 32,384 miles

covers fitted

emissions to clean

Pass 15 May 2017 23,744 miles

covers fitted

emissions too clean

Pass 5 May 2016 16,596 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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EL09 ANN is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 EL09 ANN, 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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How do I check the history of EL09 ANN?

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What year was EL09 ANN registered?

EL09 ANN is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 May 2013.

Is EL09 ANN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EL09 ANN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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