2013 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · FT13 DLD
2013 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 May 2013. Recorded mileage 86,917 miles. MOT valid until 19 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,917 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FT13 DLD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/05/2026
- 86,917 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FT13 DLD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volkswagen Golf (FT13 DLD) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Brake performance unable to be tested abs light on (1.2.1 (g))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault light on dash (1.6 (b))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
FT13 DLD Mileage History
- 14/05/202473,829 mi
- 19/05/202580,952 mi+7,123 mi
- 19/05/202580,952 mi
- 15/05/202686,915 mi+5,963 mi
- 19/05/202686,917 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 6,506 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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