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FV13 BKX

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 47,545 miles on the clock, averaging 6,951 miles per year, below 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 FV13 BKX

MOT Status
Due date passed
47,545
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2016
80%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
6,951

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading47,545 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,487
Average per year6,951
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FV13 BKX 26k31k37k42k48k '16'19'18

Check FV13 BKX

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage47,545 miles
Since last MOT+7,487 miles
PASS
Mileage40,058 miles
Since last MOT+106 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,952 miles
Since last MOT+7,009 miles
PASS
Mileage32,943 miles
Since last MOT+7,336 miles
PASS
Mileage25,607 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

RegistrationFV13 BKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About FV13 BKX

What car is FV13 BKX?

FV13 BKX is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2013.

What is the mileage of FV13 BKX?

The last recorded mileage for FV13 BKX was 47,545 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV13 BKX passed its MOT?

FV13 BKX has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Jun 2019.

Is FV13 BKX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV13 BKX 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 FV13 BKX?

FV13 BKX is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.