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EX13 ZVJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

175,005 mi
Last recorded175,005 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX13 ZVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2026 175,005 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 159,625 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 145,918 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 130,330 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 115,695 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 99,240 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 79,337 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2018 65,392 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 45,258 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 28,965 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 24,009 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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EX13 ZVJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black 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 EX13 ZVJ, 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 EX13 ZVJ?

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What year was EX13 ZVJ registered?

EX13 ZVJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 March 2013.

Is EX13 ZVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX13 ZVJ 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.

Does EX13 ZVJ have outstanding finance?

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