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JA07 ELM

2013 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Black Petrol 1980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

43,774 mi
Last recorded43,774 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf GTI43,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJA07 ELM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,980cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 43,774 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Mar 2026 43,774 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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JA07 ELM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Black with a 1,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 43,774 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 GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JA07 ELM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 13 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JA07 ELM registered?

JA07 ELM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 31 December 2013.

Is JA07 ELM safe to buy?

The MOT history for JA07 ELM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JA07 ELM have outstanding finance?

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