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DX13 GWD

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Red Registered in Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 115,981 miles on the clock, averaging 8,817 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 DX13 GWD

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
115,981
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2016
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,817

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading115,981 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,558
Average per year8,817
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DX13 GWD 28k50k72k94k116k '16'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,981 miles
Since last MOT+7,558 miles
PASS
Mileage108,423 miles
Since last MOT+7,643 miles
PASS
Mileage100,780 miles
Since last MOT+17,448 miles
PASS
Mileage83,332 miles
Since last MOT+17,307 miles
PASS
Mileage66,025 miles
Since last MOT+5,611 miles
PASS
Mileage60,414 miles
Since last MOT+9,282 miles
PASS
Mileage51,132 miles
Since last MOT+5,695 miles
PASS
Mileage45,437 miles
Since last MOT+5,791 miles
PASS
Mileage39,646 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,611 miles
Since last MOT+6,295 miles
PASS
Mileage33,316 miles
Since last MOT+4,886 miles
PASS
Mileage28,430 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX13 GWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeDX — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About DX13 GWD

What car is DX13 GWD?

DX13 GWD is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2013.

What is the mileage of DX13 GWD?

The last recorded mileage for DX13 GWD was 115,981 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DX13 GWD passed its MOT?

DX13 GWD has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Jan 2026.

Is DX13 GWD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DX13 GWD 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 DX13 GWD?

DX13 GWD is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.