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EO13 YCB

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 143,061 miles on the clock, averaging 10,720 miles per year, above 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 EO13 YCB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
143,061
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2016
55%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
10,720

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading143,061 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,720
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO13 YCB 35k62k89k116k143k '16'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,061 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,061 miles
Since last MOT+20,059 miles
PASS
Mileage123,002 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,980 miles
Since last MOT+14,494 miles
PASS
Mileage108,486 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,486 miles
Since last MOT+7,527 miles
PASS
Mileage100,959 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,959 miles
Since last MOT+5,704 miles
PASS
Mileage95,255 miles
Since last MOT+6,401 miles
PASS
Mileage88,854 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,854 miles
Since last MOT+1,159 miles
PASS
Mileage87,695 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,695 miles
Since last MOT+21,500 miles
PASS
Mileage66,195 miles
Since last MOT+14,288 miles
PASS
Mileage51,907 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,907 miles
Since last MOT+11,256 miles
PASS
Mileage40,651 miles
Since last MOT+10,226 miles
PASS
Mileage30,425 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,425 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,880 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

RegistrationEO13 YCB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About EO13 YCB

What car is EO13 YCB?

EO13 YCB is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2013.

What is the mileage of EO13 YCB?

The last recorded mileage for EO13 YCB was 143,061 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO13 YCB passed its MOT?

EO13 YCB has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2026.

Is EO13 YCB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO13 YCB 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 EO13 YCB?

EO13 YCB is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.