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VN13 UOX

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,146 mi
Last recorded117,146 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN13 UOX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 117,146 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2025 114,568 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 107,225 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

front fog lamps LED

Fail 30 Sep 2024 107,225 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both main beam LED (4.1.4 (c))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

front fog lamps LED

Pass 2 Oct 2023 100,059 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged both rear worn and feathered on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 93,929 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 93,929 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 86,436 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2020 80,980 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2019 75,190 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2019 75,190 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 64,975 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 64,975 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 55,920 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 40,074 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 23,998 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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VN13 UOX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VN13 UOX, 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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What year was VN13 UOX registered?

VN13 UOX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 June 2013.

Is VN13 UOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN13 UOX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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