2013 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · RK13 AAZ

The vehicle is road‑worthy, having passed the most recent MOT on 21 October 2025 at 109,540 mi. The test flagged front tyre tread close to the legal limit, rear brake pads thin, rear shock absorbers with light oil mist, and near‑side rear bumper damage, but no items failed. After a series of failures in 2022 and early 2023 – notably tyre tears, severe suspension‑arm dust‑cover deterioration and serious shock‑absorber leaks – the record shows a stabilising pattern, with only advisory‑level items remaining. Mileage has risen from 49,424 mi in August 2018 to 109,540 mi in October 2025, averaging roughly 8,400 mi per year, which is typical for a thirteen‑year‑old Golf. The annual increments are consistent: 7,689 mi between August 2018 and July 2019, 10,169 mi to August 2020, about 5,000 mi each year to 2022, a 13,380 mi jump to October 2023, then 7,838 mi to October 2024 and 10,598 mi to the latest test. No prolonged idle periods appear, suggesting regular use. A prospective buyer should verify the condition of the rear shock absorbers, confirming that the oil mist does not indicate a developing leak. Inspection of the rear brake discs and pads is advisable, as the pads are already thin and the discs were noted as worn. Front tyre tread should be measured; the recent advisory indicates the tread is near the 1.6 mm legal minimum and may require imminent replacement. The near‑side rear bumper, recorded as damaged in both 2024 and 2025, warrants a visual check for structural integrity and rust. The off‑side front suspension arm ball‑joint dust cover, flagged as severely deteriorated in 2024, should be examined for potential failure. Finally, the persistent oil leak noted across several years and the TPMS warning light should be investigated to ensure the leak source is benign and the monitoring system functions correctly.