Vehicle summary
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 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 109,506 miles on the clock, averaging 7,686 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for BV13 BYM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 109,506 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,387 |
| Average per year | 7,686 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV13 BYM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About BV13 BYM
What car is BV13 BYM?
BV13 BYM is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2013.
What is the mileage of BV13 BYM?
The last recorded mileage for BV13 BYM was 109,506 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV13 BYM passed its MOT?
BV13 BYM has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2026.
Is BV13 BYM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV13 BYM 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 BV13 BYM?
BV13 BYM is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.