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S12 PBG

2013 Volkswagen Unknown

Purple Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,233 mi
Last recorded43,233 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Unknown40,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS12 PBG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year2013
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2025 43,233 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 39,354 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 34,708 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 28,642 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 27,692 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 26,353 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 23,731 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 21,424 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 18,156 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 14,440 miles

Brake pedal modified but not seriously weakened Motability conversion (3.3.A.6)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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S12 PBG is a 2013 Volkswagen Unknown in Purple with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 40,880 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S12 PBG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 13 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S12 PBG?

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What year was S12 PBG registered?

S12 PBG is a 2013 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 28 October 2013.

Is S12 PBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S12 PBG shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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