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 Petrol 1395cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 46,512 miles on the clock, averaging 2,960 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for BY05 SEF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 46,512 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 168 |
| Average per year | 2,960 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BY05 SEF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BY — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BY05 SEF
What car is BY05 SEF?
BY05 SEF is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2013.
What is the mileage of BY05 SEF?
The last recorded mileage for BY05 SEF was 46,512 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BY05 SEF passed its MOT?
BY05 SEF has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Jul 2026.
Is BY05 SEF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BY05 SEF is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BY05 SEF?
BY05 SEF is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.