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CU13 NKJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Bronze Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBronze
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 108,395 miles on the clock, averaging 7,360 miles per year, below 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 CU13 NKJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
108,395
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2016
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,360

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading108,395 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,360
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CU13 NKJ 35k54k72k90k108k '16'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,395 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,395 miles
Since last MOT+2,695 miles
PASS
Mileage105,700 miles
Since last MOT+3,274 miles
PASS
Mileage102,426 miles
Since last MOT+5,983 miles
PASS
Mileage96,443 miles
Since last MOT+6,679 miles
PASS
Mileage89,764 miles
Since last MOT+1,224 miles
PASS
Mileage88,540 miles
Since last MOT+10,910 miles
PASS
Mileage77,630 miles
Since last MOT+11,918 miles
PASS
Mileage65,712 miles
Since last MOT+9,777 miles
PASS
Mileage55,935 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,935 miles
Since last MOT+9,772 miles
PASS
Mileage46,163 miles
Since last MOT+10,903 miles
PASS
Mileage35,260 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

RegistrationCU13 NKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About CU13 NKJ

What car is CU13 NKJ?

CU13 NKJ is a bronze Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Swansea in 2013.

What is the mileage of CU13 NKJ?

The last recorded mileage for CU13 NKJ was 108,395 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU13 NKJ passed its MOT?

CU13 NKJ has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2026.

Is CU13 NKJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU13 NKJ 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 CU13 NKJ?

CU13 NKJ is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.