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BJ13 FOV

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 93,583 miles on the clock, averaging 14,525 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for BJ13 FOV

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,583
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2016
60%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
14,525

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading93,583 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,525
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BJ13 FOV 19k38k56k75k94k '16'21'19

Check BJ13 FOV

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,583 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,583 miles
Since last MOT+8,726 miles
PASS
Mileage84,857 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,857 miles
Since last MOT+13,379 miles
PASS
Mileage71,478 miles
Since last MOT+16,537 miles
PASS
Mileage54,941 miles
Since last MOT+18,314 miles
PASS
Mileage36,627 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,627 miles
Since last MOT+17,570 miles
PASS
Mileage19,057 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage19,057 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)

Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).

Window regulators (driver's door mainly)

Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).

Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)

Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).

ABS sensor/module faults

Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ13 FOV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeBJ — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About BJ13 FOV

What car is BJ13 FOV?

BJ13 FOV is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2013.

What is the mileage of BJ13 FOV?

The last recorded mileage for BJ13 FOV was 93,583 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BJ13 FOV passed its MOT?

BJ13 FOV has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2021.

Is BJ13 FOV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ13 FOV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2013, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is BJ13 FOV?

BJ13 FOV is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.