2013 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · SM11 ESL
2013 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 11 Oct 2013. Recorded mileage 72,710 miles. MOT valid until 10 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,710 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SM11 ESL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/10/2025
- 72,710 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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SM11 ESL Mileage History
- 05/10/202153,809 mi
- 06/10/202259,136 mi+5,327 mi
- 12/10/202363,640 mi+4,504 mi
- 11/10/202468,215 mi+4,575 mi
- 10/10/202572,710 mi+4,495 mi
Average of roughly 4,709 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM11 ESL 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 (SM11 ESL) between October 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 17 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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.
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