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 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 125,305 miles on the clock, averaging 8,869 miles per year, around 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 BW05 BEA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 125,305 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 372 |
| Average per year | 8,869 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BW05 BEA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BW05 BEA
What car is BW05 BEA?
BW05 BEA is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2013.
What is the mileage of BW05 BEA?
The last recorded mileage for BW05 BEA was 125,305 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW05 BEA passed its MOT?
BW05 BEA has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2026.
Is BW05 BEA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW05 BEA 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 BW05 BEA?
BW05 BEA is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.