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At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1395cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 97,038 miles on the clock, averaging 6,505 miles per year, 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 EM57 EAD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,038 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,378 |
| Average per year | 6,505 |
| 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EM57 EAD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EM — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About EM57 EAD
What car is EM57 EAD?
EM57 EAD is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2013.
What is the mileage of EM57 EAD?
The last recorded mileage for EM57 EAD was 97,038 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EM57 EAD passed its MOT?
EM57 EAD has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Aug 2025.
Is EM57 EAD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EM57 EAD 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 EM57 EAD?
EM57 EAD is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.