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 1984cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 36,309 miles on the clock, averaging 2,384 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for EK13 WMV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 36,309 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 965 |
| Average per year | 2,384 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EK13 WMV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About EK13 WMV
What car is EK13 WMV?
EK13 WMV is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2013.
What is the mileage of EK13 WMV?
The last recorded mileage for EK13 WMV was 36,309 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK13 WMV passed its MOT?
EK13 WMV has had 11 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (11 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2026.
Is EK13 WMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK13 WMV 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 EK13 WMV?
EK13 WMV is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.