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EJ13 RZT

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 100,903 miles on the clock, averaging 6,285 miles per year, below 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 EJ13 RZT

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
100,903
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2016
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,285

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 reading100,903 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,285
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EJ13 RZT 43k57k72k86k101k '16'25'21

Check EJ13 RZT

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,903 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,903 miles
Since last MOT+10,689 miles
PASS
Mileage90,214 miles
Since last MOT+6,630 miles
PASS
Mileage83,584 miles
Since last MOT+5,903 miles
PASS
Mileage77,681 miles
PASS
Mileage78,823 miles
Since last MOT+8,402 miles
PASS
Mileage70,421 miles
Since last MOT+1,784 miles
PASS
Mileage68,637 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,637 miles
Since last MOT+7,079 miles
PASS
Mileage61,558 miles
Since last MOT+6,111 miles
PASS
Mileage55,447 miles
Since last MOT+12,761 miles
PASS
Mileage42,686 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

RegistrationEJ13 RZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeEJ — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About EJ13 RZT

What car is EJ13 RZT?

EJ13 RZT is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2013.

What is the mileage of EJ13 RZT?

The last recorded mileage for EJ13 RZT was 100,903 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EJ13 RZT passed its MOT?

EJ13 RZT has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2025.

Is EJ13 RZT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EJ13 RZT 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 EJ13 RZT?

EJ13 RZT is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.